The Posey County News - May 17 2011 Graduation Section by The Posey County News

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Ambulance funding sought

Following a lengthy discussion at Tuesday’s Posey County Council meeting, no definite decision was made regarding funding of the fourth ambulance in Posey County, proposed last week by the Posey County Commissioners. Since the $450,000 necessary to begin operation of the new ambulance was not a budgeted item, auditor Nick Wildeman is currently looking, at the advice of the Council, for sources of funds to put the ambulance in Marrs Township.

Dinner concert offered

The Mount Vernon High School Vocal Music Dept. will host a “Sweetheart Dinner and Concert” on Tuesday, May 17 at 6:30 p.m. in the MVHS cafeteria. Entertainment will be provided by the MVHS Chamber Choir and men’s ensemble “Cul” and will include selections ranging from Broadway to “Do Wop.” Tickets are $10 per person and include dinner and the concert. For reservations, please call 833-5932.

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Flood victims: Help will come slowly but surely By Pam Robinson County Commissioner Scott Moye heard a hearty “Amen” from Point Township flood victims gathered on Wednesday evening at Point Township Church of the Nazarene when he assured them he was working in their interests for disaster relief. “One thing that I am driving on very strongly is that this area is treated just like the rest of the state,” he said. “What Vanderburgh County gets, what Putnam County gets up north, Hamilton County—we are treated the same way.” As was soon pointed out, the treatment in Indiana is slow. It was explained that the process in Indiana requires all flood-affected counties in the state to submit damage assessments before Gov. Mitch Daniels will request a state disaster declaration be issued by President Barack Obama. Director of the Posey County Emergency Management Agency, or EMA, Larry Robb, will be conducting residential damage assess-

ments in the hopes the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, will eventually step in with financial assistance for Point Township flood victims. Robb said that he will work as quickly as possible, but must be able to drive to residences to conduct the assessments. Likewise, Flood Plain Administrator Mindy Bourne, Executive Director of the Area Plan Commission, must be able to drive to residences for her damage assessments in compliance with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Bourne distributed informational packets to explain state guidelines for her assessments. Her work will determine whether or not a resident must rebuild a home and elevate it as specified to avoid future flooding. While assessments are being conducted, flood victims are urged to work safely as they start to clean up their property, making sure their tetanus shots are up-to-date and that they wear protective clothing and use proper cleaning supplies.

Residents heard repeatedly that they needed to take photos of their property before beginning cleanup efforts. It was also advised that a licensed electrician would need to inspect electrical work at flooded homes before power could be turned back on. So far, Commissioner Moye noted SABIC has donated $2,000 and Countrymark has donated $1,000 for food to Point Township flood victims. He singled out Red Cross volunteer Jerry Kuykendall for his untiring efforts in helping the displaced residents. Another informational meeting followed at Point Township Church of the Nazarene on Thursday at noon. Any questions regarding the damage assessments or cleanup efforts may be directed to Larry Robb or Mindy Bourne by calling their offices. Robb stressed that he is the only employee in his office, and asked callers to leave a voice message for him at 838-1333. Bourne’s office number is 838-1323.

Robb Township alums meet

Attendees of the Robb Township School in Poseyville will hold their 36th annual alumni reunion on June 11, 2011, at the St. Francis Cafeteria in Poseyville. For reservations, please send $14.50 to Helen Niemeier, 5412 West Haven Drive, Evansville, Ind., 47220 by June 1.

North Posey honors day set

North Posey High School will hold its annual Honors Program on Wednesday, May 18, 2011, in the high school main gym. The program will begin at 8:15 a.m. with the presentation of academic and scholastic awards.

NHS Alumni to meet

The New Harmony Alumni Association will be holding the 99th annual dinner and dance on Saturday, May 28, 2011. Dinner will be at 6 (doors open at 5). The dance will be immediately after the dinner and will be open to the public. For more information check the website at www.newharmonyalumni.org

Port info meeting set

The Chamber of Commerce of Southwest Indiana-Posey County Committee will host a noon meeting on Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at Western Hills Country Club to learn more about the Port of Indiana- Mount Vernon, its businesses and its effect on our region.

Wadesville Farmer’s market

Posey County Farm Bureau, Inc., are starting a Farmer’s Market in Wadesville this summer. It will be open on Thursday afternoons from approximately June 16-Sept. 1 in the empty lot across from Subway at the corner of Hwy 66 & Springfield Road from 3-6 p.m. or until produce is sold out. There will be a vendor meeting. on Thurs. May 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wadesville Fire Dept. Anyone interested in being a vendor should plan to attend, or they may contact Carla Schenk at 673-2151.

Flooding info meeting set

If you have been affected by the flood please attend an informational meeting on Tuesday, May 17 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hovey House, 300 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620. This meeting is intended to help you with the procedure that you will need to follow before working on your home, to aid you in the clean-up of your home, and to provide you with the necessary contact information. For more information please call 838-1311.

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First United Methodist Church held their annual Bell & Chancel Choir Dinner on Thursday. The entertainment for the evening was a spectacular Fashion Show. Models for the evening were, from left: Freda (Fred) Parsons, modeling the new “double-breasted” ensemble; Precious (Mike) McFall modeling a wedding gown with flowing (model) train, tennis (racket) bracelet, and carrying a green (onion) bouquet; TeaTea (Steve) Ketchum modeling a (tea bag) ensemble

with matching 14-(carrot) necklace and carrying a (teapot) bag; Bobbie (Robert) Beste modeling the new (toilet) tank top with plunging (toilet plunger) neckline and pill (bottle) hat; Brianna (Brian) McCutchan modeling the little black dress that every woman should have in her closet for the perfect impromptu evening; and FruFru (Mike) Smith modeling a lavender dress adorned with white trimming and sporting a fashionable pink hairdo. Photo by Terri Koch

By Valerie Werkmeister The idea of ‘build it and they will come’ seems to be true for the North Posey Youth Soccer League. According to Jim Petrig, numbers are up in participation for youth soccer. Petrig reported on completed projects as well as ones they hope to complete this year to the MSD of North Posey School Board during their regular meeting Monday, May 9. Petrig explained that while the concession stand on the newly-created field behind North Elementary has been built, it still needs to be painted and have kitchen equipment installed. They also hope to take out the current bleachers at the base of the hill and move them to a more easily accessible location at the top of the hill. Field improvements are never-ending, no thanks to harsh weather conditions both last year and now. Petrig stated the youth soccer league stands to bring in around $7,000 this year and all funds will be put toward the improvements listed. Last year, the school corporation assisted the youth league with $2,000. Petrig asked if those funds could again be provided or as much as possible. Superintendent Dr. Todd Camp stated the board would discuss his request and report to him later. No further action was taken. The board approved an outline for a pre-school program for ages three, four and five-year-olds that will begin this fall. Days and times have not been finalized yet. Board members gave Camp permission to make any

necessary decisions regarding the implementation of the program. Camp recognized the North Elementary Student Council’s achievement of being named an Honor Council for the 11th year in a row. The students received their award in Indianapolis on Saturday. He also recognized the North Posey Cafeteria Staff for receiving an excellent report from the Department of Education during a recent audit of the current nutritional standards. Camp stated the DOE remarked that no other schools have received as high of a rating as our cafeteria staff did. Summer classes will be held for high school students participating in Government, Supervised Agriculture Experience and Advanced Band. Classes will be held from 8 a.m. – noon beginning May 31 through June 27. Board members approved Camp’s request to replace the corporation office roof at a cost of $6,759 by Motz Construction. The roof was damaged in a recent storm. The bell tower must also be replaced or relocated. A claim was filed with the property insurance company to cover the cost of the repairs. The high school football field will get a facelift thanks to the board’s approval of Camp’s $10,948 recommendation to have the field’s crown

North Posey football field to receive facelift

Poseyville’s Gallagher returns ‘home’ to manage Carnegie Library

Memorial Service set

The Poseyville American Legion Post 278 will hold its memorial service at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 30 at the Poseyville Community Center. Following this event, it will cohost a combined service with the VFW at the Poseyville Memorial at 11a.m.

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Poseyville librarian Heather Gallagher adds a label to a new book. Cataloging books is one of Gallagher’s many duties at the Poseyville Carnegie Public Library. Photo by Holly Heerdink

Inside this issue... Retrospective ................. A4 Legals ........................... B13 Classifieds .................. B7-9

By Holly Heerdink Heather Gallagher practically grew up in the Poseyville Carnegie Public Library. As a child, she attended story time and read every book within reach. So when the librarian position opened in Poseyville, Gallagher knew the job would be a perfect fit. Since beginning her job seven months ago, Gallagher has loved every minute of work. Her duties vary from day to day, but she usually catalogs books, places movie and book orders, completes paperwork and maintains the library’s social media. “A typical day is never typical,” Gallagher said with a laugh. “I can come in and start one project, and three others come from that.” Since her arrival, Gallagher has been creating a monthly calendar of events that is available online and at the library. She also sends the calendar to students at North Elementary, South Terrace and St. Wendel. Approximately 800 kids take the calendars home, and Gallagher hopes this will translate to more participation in the programs. Currently, the library is preparing for its summer reading program. The kick-off date is June 4, and prizes are available for kids, young adults and adults who participate. “We are going to have a big registration day with lots of international

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OBITUARIE OBITUARIES BITU RIE IES Larry Bridges Ret. Larry E. Bridges, 74, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away after a long illness on Sunday, May 15, 2011, at 11:16 p.m. He is survived by his wife of 53 years Gloria (Stratton), two sons, Timothy Roy of HaHiaWa, Ha., and wife Abby, Rodney Keith of Bloomington, Ind., and his wife Susan, two daughters,Tammy Jill and husband Kelly Winiger of Mount Vernon, Robin Denise and husband David Papariella of Evansville, eight grandchildren, Zachary (Louisville, Ky.) Kayci Winiger, Brittney, Brock and Abby Papariella, Rion, Colton and Sean Bridges, one sister, Evelyn Dissler, nieces and nephews. de by two grandsons, MatLarry was preceded in death thew Aaron Papariella (1985) and Christopher Matthew “Katsup” Winiger (2004) and parents Frances (1981) and Otto (1950) Bridges of Mount Vernon, a brother Roy Lee, four sisters, Ella Marvel, Lillian Sheretz, Freida Saltzman and Wanda Ames. Lt Col Bridges started his military service in 1954 with a three year tour in the Navy. In 1961 Larry joined the Army as a private. In 1965 Larry graduated from OCS as a 2nd Lt. His army career included two tours in Viet Nam. Lt. Col. Bridges received many awards in his Military service including a Silver Star, two Bronze Stars and three Purple hearts, the Army Commendation Medal, a Meritorious Service Medal, a Combat Infantryman Badge, a Good Conduct Medal (Navy and Army), a Parachutist Badge, a Viet Nam Forces Reserve Medal w/6 Campaign Stars, a Republic of Viet Nam Campaign Medal, four overseas Service Bars, Republic of Viet Nam Staff Service Medal-1st class and a Meritorious Unit Commendation. Among the many military schools Larry attended were Officer Candidate School, the Army Specialist Welfare School, Ranger Training, Infantry Officer Advanced Course, Airborne School, Military Training Advisory Sector and Vietnamese Language School, Lt. Col Bridges served his country as an Officer Candidate School Company Commander Fort Benning Ga., a re-enlistment officer (Ft. Campbell and Ft. Riley). USAREC Safety Director, Director of personnel & Community Activities (Ft. Campbell) and served on the Ft. Campbell School Board as the Military Liaison, Special Services in Viet Nam, Larry served as an aide to Major General Seaman (Com. HQII Field Forces, Viet Nam) and served in the 101st Airborne Division. After Larry’s retirement from the Army in 1978 he was employed at General Electric in Mount Vernon, Ind. He retired from GE in 1997. He was the Senior Safety Engineer and head of security at General Electric. He was a member of the Evansville Area Safety Council and received the Lahigh Scarab Award and the Jaycees Achievement Award. Larry was an active member of Trinity United Church of Christ, the Republican National Committee and was the Republican precinct chairman Black 7, Elks Club (past Exalted Ruler), V.F.W. Commander for seven years, American Legion, Western Hills Country Club (past president), member of the Sheriffs Merit Board (past president) and was a special deputy sheriff, Elfin Society (voted Elfin of the year in 2004). He was responsible for the building of the first Habitat house in Mount Vernon. Larry served his community in various ways. He was a member of the American Cancer Society Board and was on the board of the American Red Cross. Larry’s passion was the Posey County Food Bank. He volunteered every Friday. Many times he did not feel like it, but his heart went out to the needy people of Posey County. Larry received his Bachelor of Arts (Summa Cum Laude) from Park College, Kansas City, in 1974. He finished his MSE from Murray State in 1984. Larry was an avid tennis player and jogger. He enjoyed golf, bridge and reading. He followed sports with a passion, (St. Louis Cardinals, Indianapolis Colts and Indiana University football and basketball) Larry’s joy was his family. He was devoted to his children and grandchildren. One of Larry’s favorite songs was “I did it my Way” by Frank Sinatra. He certainly did. He was loved for his strengths in spite of his weaknesses. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at Trinity United Church of Christ, 505 Mulberry St. in Mount Vernon, Ind., with the Rev. Cynthia Priem officiating and full military rites. Burial to follow in Bellefontaine Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 17, 2011, at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St. in Mount Vernon and continued from 9 a.m. to 9:45 on Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Mount Vernon Food Pantry or the American Diabetes Association. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com.

Obituaries continued on A7... Help available for flood victims There will probably be a number of homeowners who may have been flooded or nearly flooded, questioning whether their well water is safe to drink The Vanderburgh County Health Department will test water samples for Posey County residents for $20. Their phone number is: 4355568. The Posey County Health Department has water vials and instructions on how to collect water samples. They are located in the Coliseum Building, Room 20 at 126 E. Third St. in Mount Vernon, phone number: 838-1333. The Purdue Extension Office has additional information to assist with flood dam-

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Eleanor Woolsey, 70, passed away on Friday, May 13, 2011, at Mount Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born March 28, 1941, in Belcourt, North Dakota to Fabian and Delia (Peltier) Wilkie. Eleanor was a member of First Christian Church and was an avid bowler. She was preceded in death by her parents; her l i Wilkie. ilki son, Kevin Carlson, and her sister, Deloris She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Herbert Woolsey; children, Patrick Carlson, Romona Carlson, Jennifer Yaekel, Richard Michaliack (Angela), Julitta Robbins (James), Anita Collins (Mitch), Dawn Trafford (Warren), Bertina Woolsey; nine grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 17, 2011, at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St. in Mount Vernon with burial to follow in Bellefontaine Cemetery. Visitation was from 5 until 8 p.m. on Monday, May 16, 2011, at the funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com

Glenn D. Daub, 57, of Wadesville, passed away after a lengthy illness Thursday, May 12, 2011, at West Park Rehab Center. He was born May 3, 1954, in Wadesville, Ind. He was retired from BWXT Technologies in Mount Vernon. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. Gl eded iin de Glenn was preceded death by his parents, Clarence and Alma Daub. He is survived by his brothers, Edward Daub (Nancy), Gary Daub, Vernon Daub (Jeanette), Alan Daub and Paul Daub, all of Wadesville, Ind.; sisters, Gloria Wildeman (Frank) of St. Phillips, Ind., Cindy Arnold (Pat) of Haubstadt, Ind.; nieces and nephews; aunts, uncles and cousins. The family would like to thank Dr. Burkett, Dr. Waits, Dr. Unfried, and the staff at West Park Rehab Center. Services were held at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 16, 2011, at Alexander Funeral Home--West Chapel, officiated by the Rev. Michael Erwin, with burial in St. Peter’s Cemetery in Wadesville, Ind. Friends visited from 2 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, May 15 and from 10 a.m. to service time Monday at the funeral home. Memorial Contributions may be made to Deaconess Hospice, 600 Mary St, Evansville, Ind., 47710, or St. Peter’s UCC Wadesville Cemetery Fund. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com

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Francis E. “Jack” Wasson, 87, died on Sunday, May 15, 2011, at the Mount Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Surviving Jack are his wife, Marcialea Wasson, two sons Roger and Rodney Wasson, all of New Harmony, Ind., a daughter Rita Frashier of Maunie, Ill., and four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 21 at the First Baptist Church of New Harmony at 4 p.m. Family and friends are welcome to visit at the church beginning at 3 p.m. In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of New Harmony or to Posey County Humane Society. Werry Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

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W lt H h t Walter H. S Schnautz Walter H. Schnautz, age 85, of Mount Vernon, passed away Saturday, May 14, 2011, at his residence. Schnautz had worked at Sterling Brewery for 42 years before his retirement in 1987. He was a member of St. Philip Catholic Church and a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was also a member of the VFW Post #1114 and the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Walter enjoyed fishing and gardening and had coached football for over 25 years at St. Theresa. Surviving Walter are his wife of almost 60 years, Martha (Stein) Schnautz; two daughters and their husbands, Pamela and Keith Baker and Nancy and William Smith, both of Evansville; one son and his wife, Michael and Lisa Schnautz of Mt. Vernon; a sister, Alice Clayton of Evansville; and brother, Robert Schnautz of Samoa. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren, Tiffany Hoon, Lindsey Smith, David Schnautz, Courtney Schnautz, Riley Smith, Amber Baker, Adam Baker, Wesley Smith, Ashley Baker and Brady Smith; and three great-grandchildren, Mitchell Hoon, Carlee Brakie and Baylee Hoon. Mr. Schnautz was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Lena Schnautz. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at St. Philip Catholic Church, the Rev. Tom Kessler officiating. Entombment will follow in St. Joseph Mausoleum. Friends may visit with the family from 2 until 8 p.m. Tuesday at Pierre Funeral Home, 2601 W. Franklin St., where there will be a memorial service held at 5 p.m. Friends may also visit from 9:30 a.m. until service time Wednesday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Philip Catholic Church or Deaconess Hospice. Friends and family may leave condolences online at www.pierrefuneralhome. com.

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Barbara Jewell Carroll Barbara Jewell (Braden) Carroll, 73, passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2011, at Mt. Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born August 22, 1937, in Webster County, Kentucky, to John w. and Grace C. (Turley) Braden. Barbara was a homemaker and especially enjoyed caring for her family. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 22 years, Roscoe Carroll, Sr.; two sons; Gene Miller and Brian “Buger” Goodman; her granddaughter, Amy Mayes; and three sisters; Evelyn Grisham, Lou Turner and Ruby Mae Braden. She is survived by her four daughters; Gail Ridgeway, Clara Papineau, Susan Mayes and Beverly Hansen; her five sons; Lloyd Goodman, Sam Railey, Roscoe Carroll, Jr., Billie Goodman, Jr., and Bruce Goodman; her 25 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; four sisters; Carlene Russell, Emma Wingfield, Judy Dillback and Pauline McCormick; three brothers; John, Jack and Jamie Braden; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 16, 2011, at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St. in Mount Vernon with the Rev. Matt Watson officiating and burial followed in Bellefontaine Cemetery. Visitation was from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. service time on Monday at the funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com

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RETROSPECT R ETROSP ETROSPE PECT Homeless Shelter continues to be in need The Mount Vernon Homeless Shelter offers a hand up, not a handout, to families in Posey County. Any family that has children and at least one adult working in the household can be eligible and can apply to enter the shelter at the Black Township Trustee Office .The economy is creating sad situations for families in the community. If there is an organization of any kind looking for a service project, the Mount Vernon Homeless Shelter is in dire need of the

following items; laundry detergent, fabric softener, paper towels, shampoo, toilet paper, deodorant, feminine products, any type of cleaning supplies, along with razors, dish soap, toothbrushes and toothpaste. All products can be dropped off at the Black Township Trustee Office at 5773 Industrial Road in Mount Vernon, Ind., (8383851) or at St. Matthew’s Church Office at 421 Mulberry Street in Mount Vernon, Monday thru Thursday from 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Hearing planned for proposed USI tuition hike The University of Southern Indiana will conduct a public hearing at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 23, 2011, to solicit public comment on proposed tuition and mandatory fees for the 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 academic

years. The public hearing will take place in Carter Hall D of the University Center. The hearing is open to USI students and anyone who wants to attend. Under Indiana law, each

BICYCLE BLASTOFF!!! Blast off the summer with a safe bike…

Saturday, May 21st 1 till 4 pm At Marrs Elementary Sponsored by Marrs Township Volunteer Fire Department – Ladies Auxiliary in conjunction with: Dan’s Competition Mega Gymnastics St. Mary’s Foundation Boy Scouts of America Evansville Bicycle Club

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BRING YOUR BIKE in for safety/maintenance checks!!! Load up on free goodies, including a bicycle helmet!!! Drawing for Boy’s Bicycle! Obstacle Course! Firetrucks! Posey County Ambulance!

Drawing for Girl’s Bicycle! Inflatables! Life Flight helicopter!

DON’T FORGET YOUR BIKE!!! Marrs Township Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary 3030 S. St. Phillips Road Mt. Vernon, IN 47620

state educational institution is required to set tuition and fees for a two-year period following the adoption of the state biennial budget and to hold a public hearing before the adoption of any proposed rate increases. The University proposes that tuition for a full-time, in-state, undergraduate student be set at $5,852 in 2011-2012, an increase of approximately $252. In 2012-2013, tuition would be set at $6,145, an increase of approximately $293. USI President Linda L. M. Bennett said the increases are expected to meet on-going operational and maintenance expenses.

Members of the Southwestern Indiana Azalea Trail from Princeton, Indiana recently visited with the Mount Vernon Master Gardeners and were given a tour of the landscaping work done at the Mount Vernon Riverfront. Pictured above (left to right) are Mary Ann Fuelling, Eric Heidenreich-Gibson County Tourism Bureau, Beverly Knight-owner of Azalea Path in Princeton, Brenda Ketchum, Karen Thompson-Gibson County Chamber of Commerce, Karen Ellerman, and Alycia Church. Photo submitted by Judy Heberer

Happy Birthday Announcements May 17 - Cody Austin, Bryce Kohlmeyer, April Kohlmeyer, Mary Swain, Jordan Anne Werry, Madison Lee Werry, Jason Webber, Leigh Ann Wiley, Nancy Weinzapfel and Don Viviano, Ron Risley May 18 - Lesa Trela, Charlotte Lee, Evan Kis-

sel, Wendell Crumbacher, Vincent Fullerton , Paula Coleman , Landon Counts and Mikayla Deshields May 19 - Elizabeth Anderson, Rosie Benton, Tammy Graves, Sherry Underwood, Karen Lee and Samantha N. Stewart May 20 - Justin Cullum, Bobbie Wright May 21 - Tamela Conyers, Susan Ingle, Trevor

Blair Slater, Kathy Parke, Jennah Hottel, Rusty Seymour and Michael Goedde, Ashley Boyd, Sophia Isabelle Koester, Dillon Farrar May 22 Joberta Campbell, Kelsey Ellen Georgeson, Kendra Crumbacher, Thomas Kohlmeyer, Sandra Stallings, Nancy Wilson Burns, Konner Schmitt and Wendy Deck-

ard, Keith Schroeder May 23 - Marilyn Brauser, Jonathon Ryan, Mary Lou Mercer, Michael Welker, Tammy Gish If you have a name to be included in the birthday calendar, please send to: Posey County News, P.O. Box 397, New Harmony, IN 47631 or email: news1@poseycountynews. com.

Free alzheimer’s caregiving workshop offered Home Instead Senior Care and the Alzheimer’s Association will host a free education program; The Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer’s Caregiving, on Tuesday, May 10, at the Evansville Central Library in the Browning Events Room B from 5:30-8:30 p.m., with a light dinner provided. The Best Friend Approach

offers an enlightened new approach to Alzheimer’s care by teaching a practical, life-enhancing model for anyone faced with responsibility of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s. This approach goes beyond typical tips and provides a complete model of care built around creative and effective communication and meaningful

activities. If you are interested in registering for this free workshop, please call 1-800272-3900. For more information, Please Contact Home Instead Senior Care at 812471-0050, or the Greater Kentucky and Southern Indiana Alzheimer’s Association Office at 502-451-4266.

Red Cross donation opportunity for Posey County May 22 To ensure blood and platelets are available to patients in need this summer, the American Red Cross developed the Good to Give. Good to Go. campaign. Good to Give. Good to Go. will remind and encourage people to give blood or platelets, thank them for giving and offer a chance to win a trip for four to Orlando, Fla. Summer vacations and activities can fill schedules, leaving little time for donating blood. During the summer months blood donations often decrease, while the need for blood remains constant. All presenting donors (ages 21 and older) in the Mid-America Blood Ser-

vices Division between May 16 and September 7, 2011, will have a chance to win a trip for four to Orlando, Fla., each time they visit the Red Cross. Presenting donors of all ages are eligible to win other fun summer prizes during specific holiday time frames. How to Donate Blood Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Indi-

viduals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental permission in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are generally in good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. The opportunity to donate blood from May 16 May 31 for Posey County is: May 22 from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at Zion Lippe United Church of Christ located at 9000 Copperline Road E., Mount Vernon. A light lunch will be served

Pages of the Past compiled by Tammy Bergstrom 10 YEARS AGO,

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Gene Schneider and Mollie Pate were crowned king and queen of North Posey’s prom. School administrators, teachers, family members, and friends gathered together for dinner to celebrate the retirement of North Posey’s Superintendent Ernie Rapp. Rapp is retiring after 38 years of educational service. David and Susan Weatherholt of Poseyville would like to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Anna to Rick Nightingale of Brazil, Indiana. Robert and Linda Perry of Grayville, Illinois are proud to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Brandi to Todd Farrar of Griffin, Indiana. The First Cynthiana Presbyterian Church will be celebrating their 100th anniversary on May 20. Lisa Smith’s third grade class from New Harmony School learned about town government when they visited the New Harmony Town Hall on a field trip.

For the first time in the school’s history, North Posey High School will have two valedictorians in this year’s graduating classLynn Koester and Julie Schmitt. The Class of 1986 will graduate 109 seniors in their commencement exercises. Republican Jim Reeves and Democrat Bill Cox both won in the Posey County Sheriff’s race in the primary elections. Both will face off in November. Engagements announcedKaren Kay Burks to Gary L. Garris; Elaine Marie Schmitt to Kevin Charles Schmitt; Rose Ann Harkness to Malcolm E. Overton III. Old Union Christian Church will host their annual Mother and Daughter Banquet at North Elementary School. Former Posey County resident Larry Williams participated as a Civil War soldier in the made-for-television movie, “North and South, Book II.” Williams is a member of a Union Re-enactment group called The Holmes Brigade based out of Topeka, Kansas.

Sixty-eight seniors of North Posey Jr.-Sr. High School received their diplomas during commencement exercises held this week. Valedictorian was Joe Wiley. Betty Pate was salutatorian. Twenty-three graduates will receive their diplomas in New Harmony High School’s commencement exercises. The valedictorian is Albert Hodge and salutatorian is Sue Hunter. Steven Ray Gore made his big arrival at 10:30 a.m. at Deaconess Hospital. Proud parents are Mr. and Mrs. Joe Gore of Wadesville. Mr. and Mrs. John Axton of Wadesville will celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniversary with an open house at the Wadesville Athletic Club Building. A tot’s swim clinic for youngsters age 5 to 7 will be offered during the summer months at the Evansville YMCA. St. Philips baseball team defeated the St. Wendel Saints, 6-4. The Wabash River began its decline early this week, after reaching an all-time high of 26.4 feet at Mount Carmel for May.

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By Stanley Campbell

Summer Storytimes games, crafts and food and Registration for summer take part in a Dragon Dance storytimes begins on Monday, on Wednesday, June 8, at 2 May 23. The next storytimes p.m. This program is for ages session will begin June 6 and 6 and older. Registration is rewill run through July 21. The quired. schedule is as follows: Memorial Day Babies/Toddlers StoryMonday, May 30, the litimes - Mondays or Tues- brary will be closed. days at 9:30 a.m. Rhymes, Kick-Off fingerplays, music and stories On Wednesday, June 1, our for children ages birth to 36 2011 summer reading program months and their caregivers. kicks-off with refreshments Preschool Storytimes - and performances by devil Mondays or Tuesdays at 10:30 stick juggler Zach Watson at a.m. Stories, music, activities 5 p.m., followed by magician and crafts for children ages Don Baggett at 6 p.m. No tick3 to5 years. Parents are wel- ets or registration required. come, but not required to atLibrary Hours tend. Alexandrian Public Library The Laughs and Crafts is open Monday - Thursday Club - Thursdays at 2 p.m. from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., FridayThe Kings & Queens 4-H club visited the Mount Vernon fire station recently. Back row, L-R Victoria Dick, Kelsey This is a special club for kids Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Moye, Ashley Knight, Kendal Lang, Meckenzie Heckman, Charlie Schneider, Collin Knight, Kyle Lang and Tim who are entering kindergarten and Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Cotner. Front row, L-R Hannah Lang, Journie Benthall, Emily Juncker, Claire Schneider, Alyssa Juncker, Emma and up! Come to the meetings For additional information and enjoy stories, games, ac- about library services or to Yarber and Madi O'Daniel. tivities and crafts. Registration register for a library program required. call 838-3286 or you can visit Celebrate China our website at http://www.apl. Wheeler he will face as Head of Adult Alexandrian Public Li- firefighter/EMT, Registration for this pro- lib.in.us . You can find us on brary in Mount Vernon, Ind., decided to leave firefighting Services at the library, and gram begins May 25. Enjoy Facebook has a new Head of Adult to pursue a career in pub- with a heavy emphasis on Services. Tyson lic librarianship. customer service, Wheeler Wheeler joined His transition plans to continue the liNew Harmony School will Greg Knowles, County Executive Director of the Posey the Alexandrian from firefighter brary’s tradition of enriching once again be partnering with Public Library to librarian was the lives of library patrons Indiana Virtual Academy for County FSA, reminds producers that June 1, 2011, is the team as the Head clearly a huge ca- by maintaining a strong col- summer school opportunities deadline for enrolling in the 2011 DCP program or the 2011 of Adult Services reer change, but lection and providing them for credit recovery. If your ACRE program. All signatures of producers receiving a April 18. Wheeler’s passion with assistance to their in- student is interested in sum- share in DCP/ACRE payments are required by the June 1 Moving to toward librarian- formation and recreational mer school (grades 9-12) deadline. It is important producers contact the Posey County Mount Vernon ship caused him needs. please contact Mrs. Flamion FSA office to set up appointments. Also wheat certification is from Elwood, He is looking forward as soon as possible. Check also going on. The deadline to certify your wheat is May 31, to take the leap, Tyson Wheeler Ind., a small town and he cannot to getting to know his new out the IVA website for more 2011, and planting dates are required. If you have any quesabout 40 miles north of In- imagine himself doing any- hometown and job and meet- information and dates: www. tions, please contact the Posey County FSA Office at (812) dianapolis, Wheeler is look- thing else. ing the patrons. Wheeler will indva.org. 838-4191, ext. 2. ing forward to serving the He believes his experi- be working the Information patrons of the Alexandrian ences as a firefighter and Desk and scheduling new Public Library. librarian have uniquely pre- adult programs for the liBy Sherry Graves Formally a professional pared him for the challenges brary.

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The rain did not dampen the spirits of the many people who purchased a delicious pork chop dinner from the Children’s Learning Center’s annual pork chop dinner held last Saturday. Alice Hayes (on the right) purchases hers from Ann McDonald. Over 400 pork chop dinners were sold for the event which was catered by Darren Seitz of “Slo Smoked Mo Better Catering”. Proceeds from the dinner will be used to further the efforts of the Children’s Learning Center. Photo by Tammy Bergstrom

The very busy and rainy month of April flew swiftly by without a mention of National Poetry Month. As April approaches each year, the library of the WMI usually highlights a few of the poems or poets in the Institutes vast collection of poetry. This year was an exception. And so, in May, the WMI honors poems and poetry by looking at a subject now on everyone’s minds, grass. The little poem or rhyme we learned as children reminds us that April showers bring May flowers. They also bring May grass-- lush green grass that gets out of hand as the rain showers continue well into May. Grass. We plant it, fertilize it, mow it, water it in drought and fret about mowing opportunities when spring rains become monsoons as they have this year. But, do we ever really think about grass? Probably not. That is why we have poets. For most of us, grass is something that must be tended and maintained to have a well-appointed landscape. But for poets, grass transcends its lowly job of carpeting our ground. Grass. What is it in the eyes of the poets?

Walt Whitman begins: “And a child said, What is the grass?” The poet ponders the child’s question and in the end states: “ I believe a leaf of grass is no less than the journey-work of the stars.” He tells us that which is beneath our feet speaks to us just as eloquently about the immortality of the soul as do the stars in the heavens. Robert Frost in Tuft of Flowers, visits the hand mowing and turning of the “grass” that was haymaking in the last century. The mower in the early morn leaves a tuft of flowers uncut. When Frost, the turner, comes on the scene and finds the flowers, he is reminded that shared experience can bind us to one another even as we work alone. And finally, it is perhaps William Wordsworth who gives us the most recognized poetic phrase in which grass is mentioned. In “Ode: Intimations of Immortality” the poet reminds us “though nothing can bring back the hour of splendor in the grass and glory in the flower, we will grieve not.” The awe inspired by the wonders of nature do not diminished with the years. In fact, maturity and age bring even a

deeper appreciation of God’s creation. And so the author ends: “To me the meanest flower that blows can give thoughts that do often lie too deep for tears.” Perhaps these excerpts will provide something to think about as you struggle to get ahead of the mowing – a reminder that even a lowly blade of grass can lift ones thoughts to great heights. Also, let it be a reminder that the WMI has a great selection of poetry. The staff will be glad to help you find a book just right for you. One World, Many Stories. It’s time to sign up children pre-K through sixth grade for the WMI Summer Reading Program. For more information call 682-4806, or visit us at www.workingmensinstitute.org. The Library Lil Reading Club meets every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Join the fun this Thursday, May 19, at 6:30 p.m. It’s a pajama party. So wear pjs and bring your best bedtime buddy. On Thursday, May 26 there will be no Library Lil Club due to graduation exercises at New Harmony School. For more information on the Library Lil Reading Club call Aunt Gayle at 682-5805.

Tri Kappa News Beta Chapter of Kappa Kappa Kappa met February 14 at Johnson United Methodist Church. Corresponding Secretary, Cathy Hyatt, read acknowledgements from the New Harmony Food Pantry for

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the Tri Kappa donations of cookie dough and receiptors of the Christmas bread delivered by the Christmas plate committee. Later in the meeting Hyatt conducted the annual Cross Keys Review. Cancer Chair, Angela Wiley, reported upcoming fundraiser events for the North Posey Relay for Life on February 24 dinner at Posey County 4-H Center and Card Party on March 16 at St. Francis Cafeteria in Poseyville. Riley Cheer Guild Chair, Nancy Weinzapfel, stated she delivered collected items for the Riley Children’s Hospital in Indianapolis and received a thank you note for the children’s items. Beta Chapter will host a reception for the New Harmony student scholars at the May 9 meeting and present the customary Lamp of Knowledge paper weights. Calender Chair, Debra Johnson, gave a finalized report of the proceeds from the ad sales. Junior class parent Marcia Lange expressed appreciation for the Chapter’s donation of $75 for the after prom. Valentine treats were served by hostesses Nancy Weinzapfel and Gail Nor-

ton. Beta Chapter met March 14 at the Laura Nicholson Art Gallery in New Harmony for the annual art program. The meetingwas resumed at Johnson United Methodist with President Rita Reynolds calling for committee reports. Corresponding Secretary, Cathy Hyatt, read a thank you noted from Elizabeth Anderson for her college care package. Riley Cheer Guild Chair, Nancy Weinzapfel, is assessing $2 from each member and collecting gently used handbags for Riley’s funraiser April 21. The annual Spring Pary was held April 13 at Haub’s Steakhouse in Haubstadt. President Rita Reynolds discussed details of the April State Convention with the theme “It’s Just for the Birds” and stated the kappa shirts are available for sale. Service Card Chair, Susie Wildeman, sent a birthday card to Annie Tepool Tremell. The Birthday Pig netted $125 and will be sent to the Riley’s Children’s Hospital. After caring and sharing and reciting the Kappa prayer the meeting was adjorned.

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SOCIAL S OCI L OCIAL Audra Neible and Zachary Straw (at left) Mr. & Mrs. Steven Neible of Wadesville, Ind., are pleased to announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter Audra Rae to Zachary Lee, son of Mr. & Mrs. Jim Straw of Mount Vernon, Ind. Audra is a 2004 graduate of North Posey High School and is currently attending USI majoring in Special Education. She is currently employed at High Point Learning Center. Zachary is a 2003 graduate of Mount Vernon High School and a 2005 graduate of ITT Tech with an Associates of Applied Science in Multimedia. He is currently employed at the Posey County News and is also a freelance portrait photographer and web designer. The couple will be married on May 28, 2011 at Turning Point United Methodist Church in Evansville, Ind. A reception will immediately follow in Poseyville, Ind. Formal invitations have been sent.

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Heath and Sara Harrower are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Holly Picabu Paige, born on February 28, 2011 at Womack Army Medical Center, Fort Brugg, NC at 11:37 p.m. Holly weighed 5 lbs., 12 oz. and was 18.9 in. long. Have News? Call 1-812-682-3950 0 Maternal grandparents are David and Paula Preske of Wadesville, Ind. Paternal grandparents are Robert and the Late Karen Harrower of Pinedale, Wyo. Maternal great-grandparents are Henry and the Late Jo- Marrs Township Volunteer Fire Department and Ladies Auxiliary to hold Bicycle Blastoff May 21 sephine Schapker of Evansville, Ind. and the Late Carl and The Marrs Township Volunteer Bring your bike in for safety/main- tics, St. Mary’s Foundation, Boy Joanne Preske of Evansville, Ind. Paternal great-grandparents Fire Department and Ladies Auxilia- tenance checks and load up on free Scouts of America, Evansville Biare the Late Lyle and Virginia Bjorn of Cocoa Beach, Fla. and ry will be hosting a Bicycle Blastoff goodies, including a bicycle helmet. cycle Club, Life Flight, Chick-fil-A, the Late James and Late Alic Harrower of Pinedale, Wyo. event on Saturday, May 21 from 1 - 4 Sponsored in conjunction with Humana, Ace Hardware and Walp.m. at Marrs Elementary. Dan’s Competition, Mega Gymnas- mart. Gallagher, from Page 1A foods,” Gallagher said. “It’s about one world, many stories.” At the end of August, the library will join a program that allows patrons to download e-books and audio books. People with library cards can use their Kindles, Nooks and Sony e-readers to access literature. The program creates a partnership of about 100 libraries. This partnership gives people the ability to use not only the e-books their library bought but also the e-books from other libraries in the program. In addition to the new e-book program, Gallagher hopes to make other changes. She would like to see the library open six days of the week instead of five. Gallagher also hopes to begin a library blog or YouTube channel where the library can post “book trailers.” “I really want to get the technology out there so people can access more of our information,” Gallagher said. As for now, she has one part of her job she favors over all the other aspects. “My favorite thing is when new books come in,” Gallagher said. “I really like ordering the books people want and getting the material out there to the public.” Amy Effinger-Chandler has worked at the Poseyville Carnegie Public Library for nearly three years. She said Gallagher has had a positive impact on the library.

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North Posey School Board, from Page 1A approval of Camp’s $10,948 recommendation to have the field’s crown fixed and sod the field from hash to hash. Camp stated the field was in bad shape after “two brutal years with many games being played in the rain.” The field had not recovered and a drainage problem under the bleachers did not help the matter. Other options included only sprigging the field or fixing the crown and sprigging. Camp worried the field would not mature in time before the season if they chose the sprig option. He also stated sod will not require as much fertilization as springs do. The drainage problem will need further evaluation and the board directed Camp to obtain quotes and move forward on a solution if it is affordable. Camp reported to the board that contract negotiations are currently underway with the NEA of North Posey. No board action was needed at that time. Camp also read a report from Brandon Barrett regarding the first annual Valhalla 5k run that was held April 30. There were a total of 85 participants and they hope to donate approximately $1,000 into the high school athletic program. In other business, the board approved: •Science and Health textbooks for grades three through sixth

•A quote from Wright Stemle in the amount of $8,760 for a new John Deere Z930A Commercial ZTrak with a 60-inch deck. The mower will be used at South Terrace Elementary School. •A facility use request by Brandon Barrett for the tennis courts on June 6 – 8 for tennis camp •A facility use request by Gary Gentil for volleyball camp June 20-24 for third through eighth graders; June 27 – July 1 for high schoolers and an open practice on June 21, 23, July 12, 14, 19 and 21. •A summer weight training and conditioning program during the summer months by Joe Gengelbach.

•An NFL camp on July 11-15 and a summer camp for fourth through eighth graders from July 25-28. •A request from North Elementary School Sixth grade teachers to take the students on the annual Holiday World field trip on May 24. •A request by Kelly Carlton to spend ECA funds to purchase two Activ Boards and one Activ Votes set for a total of $4,278. •A request by Matt Wadsworth to have Nick Berry and Nathan Whitler as volunteer assistants for the boys basketball season. •A request by Gengelbach to have Bernie Fehribach, Jake Voegel, Jim Brandenstein, Jody Cumbee, Zac

2011 Friends President Kathy Nelson (center) presented the Best of Friends award to JoBerta Campbell (left) and Stan Campbell (right) of the MVCC host Bob Rhoads kids fishing day Alexandrian Public Library. The Mount Vernon ConMany thanks for the many servation Club would like to generous donations from lo- Bethsaida Cemetery clean-up day May 21 invite all youth (ages 16 and cal businesses and the memThe Bethsaida Cemetery nance. under) of Posey County to bers of the Mount Vernon Board will have a clean up Donations may be sent to attend the Bod Rhoads Kids Conservation Club. This is day Saturday, May 21 at Darrell Creek at 8490 Hunts Fishing Day. The day of a great opportunity to intro- 9 a.m. Families of the de- Rd., New Harmony, Ind. fishing will be held rain or duce your child to fishing or ceased are urged to bring 47631, John East at 4305 shine on Saturday, May 21, to just spend a wonderful plastic bags, rakes, etc. Main Street, Poseyville, Ind. 2011, beginning at 9 a.m. at day outside with them. We The cemetery receives 47633 or Terry Crawford, the Mount Vernon Conser- hope you will come and join no township, county, state 7001 Brair Ridge, Wadesvation Club Shelter house, the fun. or federal funds for mainte- ville, Ind. 47638. located on Highway 69 N between Mount Vernon and New Harmony. The Evansville Museum our mission as a community all week. A limited number There will be lots of strives to provide all communi- partner, we have joined hands of scholarships (full week) prizes in all age groups and ty members with opportunities with the Macy’s Foundation to for Museum Camp are availfollowing the fishing tour- for continued education, and present Museum Camp 2011. able, based on financial need. The registration deadline is Scholarships are awarded on ney, hamburgers, hot dogs, we feel that Museum Camp a first come, first served basis. drinks, and ice cream will is an important component in Wednesday, June 8. Daycare can be provided in For an application or more inbe served to all the kids and fulfilling those needs for children. In an effort to further the mornings and afternoons formation, call 425-2406. their families.

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Wolfgang Orchestra to present ‘Sound of Music Selections’ May 21, 22 The Wolfgang Orchestra & Chorus, an area ensemble of 57 musicians led by conductor Dennis Noon will present two concerts this month. Old North UMC, 4201 Stringtown Rd, Evansville, will host a Saturday night concert, May 21 at 7:30 p.m. First UMC, Wesley Hall, 601 Main St.,

Mount Vernon, will host a Sunday night concert, May 22, at 7:30 p.m. Both concerts are free and open to the public, but a free-will offering will be taken for the Wolfgang Music Scholarship. Selections for the concert will include “Finale – From the New World” symphony by

Anton Dvorak, “Olympic Fanfare & Theme” by John Williams, “Syncopated Clock” by Leroy Anderson, “Valdres March” by Johannes Hansen, “Concerto in C minor” for Oboe by Allessandro Marcello with Perry Grimwood, soloist, “A Copland Tribute” adapted by Clare Grundman, “Robin

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Voegel, Frank Rynkiewich, Michael Smith, Tyler Ricker and Ryan Kerney as volunteer football coaches for the 2011 season. •A resignation request from Scott Butrum as the boys’ soccer coach •An FMLA request from Nancy Davis from April 28 – May 23 for a personal medical condition. •An FMLA request from Vince McClure from April 13 – May 16 for a personal medical condition. •An FMLA request from Janet Stewart from May 2 – May 27 to care for her daughter. The next regular school board meeting will be held June 13, at 6:30 p.m. in the corporation office.

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CHURCH/GENERAL CHURCH/GENERAL HURCH GENER L NEW NEWS NEW James Christopher Zink

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James Christopher Zink, 34, of Mount Vernon, Ind., died on Monday morning May 9, 2011, at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville. He was born on October 8, 1976, in Evansville, Ind. Chris had worked at Infinity, Professional Transportation, Expressway and the Casino Aztar. He is survived by his nn and Harold Hart of mother and step-father, LeeAnn Mount Vernon; a son, Cody Ryan Zink of Mount Vernon; grandmother, Betty Wolfe of New Harmony; step-s ister, Megan Brougher of Henderson, Ky.; two half sisters, April and Molly Arbury; uncle and aunt, Steven and Sharon Wolfe of Mount Vernon; aunt and uncle, Diana and Patrick Beamon of New Harmony; and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Herdis W. Wolfe and his step-father, Larry Lewis. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 12, 2011, at the Austin-Stendeback Family Funeral Home in Mount Vernon. Visitation was from 4 until 8 p.m. on Wed., May 11, 2011, at the funeral home. Burial was in Old Beech Cemetery in New Harmony. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association. On-line condolences may be left at www.austinfuneralhome.com.

John Weikel, 81, of Mount Vernon, passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2011 in Mount Vernon, Ind. He was born in Palmerton, PA on June 4, 1929 to John Sr. and Anna (Mosey) Weikel. John earned a PHD in Pharmacology. He retired from Bristol Myers and had previously worked for the Federal Drug Administration. John was a member of the Ohio Valley Stock Dog Exchange, the American Border Collie Association, and the United States Border Collie Handlers Association. He is preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Nancy Vanderwaart. John is survived by his sister, Joanne Hollcraft; four nieces, Derrick Boulay, Sara Grossman (Jeffrey), Susan Oser (Mark), and Pamela Hollcroft. Memorial services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 14, 2011, at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St. in Mount Vernon.

Harley M. Kaufman Harley M. Kauffman, 87, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2011, at his home. He was born December 27, 1923 in Evansville, Ind. He graduated from Bosse High School in 1942, attended Purdue University and Evansville College. He was a retired farmer and Vintner and Winemaker of W Kauffman Vineyard and Winery. He worked for Soil Conservation Service for over 25 years, was a 4-H Leader for 12 years, and Special Olympics of Vanderburgh County coach in: Aquatics, Track & Field, Softball, and Basketball through the years. Harley was a charter member of East Side Christian Church and Elder Emeritus, Mount Vernon Moose Lodge, Mount Vernon Conservation Club, and for over 20 years, Indiana Wine Grape Guild and American Vintners Association. He is preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Harley and Vevia Kauffman. Harley is survived by his wife of 67 years, Bettye Kauffman (Deer); daughters, Karlyn Eilert (Bruce) of Wilkesboro, NC, Sharlyn Martin (Mike) of Mt. Vernon, Jaclyn Kauffman of Evansville; son, Kenley Kauffman of Mount Vernon; grandchildren, Karissa Ormond and Dacia Eilert Holcomb of Wilkesboro, NC, Jeffrey Martin of Greenwood, Ind., Lesa Amback of Duncan, Okla.; great-granddaughters, Briana Eilert, Lillian and Aubree Amback; sister, Ruth Palmer of Columbia, Mo. Services were held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 14, 2011, at East Side Christian Church, 2001 Bayard Park Drive, Evansville, Ind., 47714, and were officiated by Dr. Linda C. Parker, with burial in Alexander Memorial Park. Friends visited from 4 until 8 p.m. on Friday, May 13, at Alexander West Chapel and from 10 a.m. to service time 11 a.m. at the church on Saturday. Memorial Contributions may be made to East Side Christian Church Living Memorial Fund, 2001 Bayard Park Drive, Evansville, IN 47714 or Special Olympics of Vanderburgh County. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com

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Agape Family Ministries Pastor Jim Weihrauch 5529 Industrial Road Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-2232 Sun./Children’s Church 10:30 a.m. Wed. Prayer Service 7 p.m. Apostolic Bible Church Pastor Greg Morrison 9808 New Harmony Road Poseyville, Ind. 47633 Phone: 812-851-5456 Sun. Service at 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed. Night Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Bethesda General Baptist Church 1600 Savah Road Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Black’s United Methodist Church Pastor Lester Howard 8012 Baldknob Road Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-0318 Sun. Worship 9 a.m. Sun. School 10 a.m. Calvary Baptist Church Rev. Kevin Petty 618 Main Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-4777 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed. Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Church of Christ 700 Mill Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-2635 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. Church of the Nazarene 531 E. Steammill Street New Harmony, Ind. 47631 Phone: 812-682-3288 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Covenant Reformed Presbyeterian Church (OPC) Pastor Russ Westbrook Pastor Sam Allison 4101 Caborn Rd. Mt. Vernon Sun. Worship, 9:45 a.m.

Wed. Prayer Meeting 6:30pm Fair Haven Christ Fellowship Church Pastor Mike Douglas 10500 Hwy 68 Cynthiana, Ind. 47612 Phone: 812-568-8409 Sun. Worship: 9:57 a.m. Wed. Evening: 6:57 p.m. Wed. Evening Community Supper 6:30 p.m. First Baptist Church Pastor Derrick Ousley 1205 N. Main Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-2187 Sun. Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:40 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed. Evening 6 p.m. First Baptist Church E. Tavern Street New Harmony, Ind. 47631 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:40 a.m. & 7 p.m. Wed. Evening 7 p.m. First Christian Church Pastor Mary Hurley 7226 Hwy 66 Wadesville, Ind. 47638 Phone: 812-673-4278 Sun. Worship 10 a.m. First Christian Church 1403 Country Club Road Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-2855 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. First Church of the Nazarene Rev. Myers Hyman 424 Vine Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 838-2743 First Presbyterian Church Rev. Monica Gould 120 E. Sixth Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-2473 Sun. School 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. First United Church of Christ Pastor Bret A. Myers Corner of North & Walnut Cynthiana, Ind. 47612 Sun. Worship 8 a.m. First United Methodist Church Pastor Tim Ahlemeyer 601 Main Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-2640 Sun. School 9:30 Sun. Worship 8:15 & 10:30 a.m. Griffin Christian Church Rev. Doug Emberton

Agnes Pauline Clark Agnes Pauline Clark, 91, of Mount Vernon, Ind., died on Wednesday afternoon May 11, 2011, at the Mount Vernon Nursing Home & Rehab Center. She was born on March 2, 1920, in Morganfield, Ky., the daughter of James Benedick and Mary Catherine (Capps) Greenwell. She married Lawrence C. Cl k andd hhe preceded d d hher iin death in October 1982. Clark Mrs. Clark was very proud of having been the first Meter Maid in Mount Vernon and worked the election polls for many years. She and her husband had been foster parents. She was a lifetime member of the Church of God Mission in Mount Vernon. She was lovingly called “Aunt Peenie” by her family and friends. She is survived by her son, John V. Clark of Henderson, Ky.; a grandson, Dustin Clark of Robards, Ky.; a granddaughter, Tiffany Clark of Mount Vernon; two great-grandchildren; one sister, Viola Guth of Mount Vernon; many nieces and nephews; and her special family, all the staff and residents of Mount Vernon Nursing & Rehab Center. She was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 14, 2011, at the Austin-Stendeback Family Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon. Visitation was from 4 and 8 p.m. on Friday, May 13, 2011 ,at the funeral home. Burial was in Bellefontaine Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Church of God Mission. On-line condolences may be left at www.austinfuneralhome.com

Madonna Russell Madonna (Mayville) Russell, 62, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away on Tuesday, May 10, 2011, at Deaconess Hospital. She was born in East St. Louis, Ill., on October 12, 1948, to Martin and Lillian (Acord) Mayville and was the last surviving of their seven children. She retired from General Electric where she had worked as a lineman and lab technician. Madonna was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. She enjoyed writing poetry and loved to work puzzles. She was preceded in death by her parents and six siblings. Madonna is survived by her husband, Gary Lee Russell; sons, Brian Scott Russell and Michael Matthew Russell; daughters, Stacy Lynn Beeson, Tracy Lee Hines and Brook Angel Esche; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 13, 2011, at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St. in Mount Vernon, Ind., and burial followed in Bellefontaine Cemetery. Visitation was from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 12, 2011, at the funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com

VVBS Kickoff Carnival set for May 20 Griffin Christian Church i Griffin, Ind., will be hostin i a VBS kickoff carnival at ing t Depot Diner parking lot the o Friday, May 20 from 4 - 8 on p p.m. This is a free event that will h have free food and games,

along with a bounce house, dunk tank and photo booth. We will aslo have a station for early registration for our VBS program Shake it up Cafe that will run June 6-10 from 6 - 8:30 p.m. at the church.

Seeds of the Sower

By Michael Guido

When Leonardo da Vinci w painting the Lord’s Supwas p an aide carelessly spilled per, t paint. the The artist threw down his b brush and bitterly berated the b Brokenhearted, the boy boy. r out of the studio. ran The artist picked up his b brush and started to paint t face of our Lord, but he the couldn’t. His creativity was gone!

Running to the boy, he said, “As Christ forgives me, I forgive you. Come back. My mistake of anger was worse than your mistake of spilling paint.” The boy returned, and the artist painted the face of our Lord in a matchless manner. Destroy anger, or anger will destroy you! Visit us at www.TheSower.com

Bishop Gerald A. Gettelfinger will celebrate Mass to mark the occasion of his retirement as Bishop of Evansville, at St. Benedict Cathedral in Evansville, on Sunday, May 22, at 2 p.m. CDT. Everyone is welcome to attend the Mass and a reception that will follow, in Woodward Hall in the parish and school facilities of St. Benedict Cathedral. Bishop Gettelfinger’s re-

tirement was accepted by Pope Benedict XVI and announced on April 26. His successor, Bishop-elect Charles C. Thompson, will be ordained and installed on Wednesday, June 29, at Roberts Municipal Stadium in Evansville. The Catholic Diocese of Evansville includes a 12county area of southwestern Indiana, serving 85,000 Catholics with 69 parishes and 29 schools.

Sun. Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. Mon. Women’s Bible Study 7 p.m.

10 N. St. Francis Avenue, Poseyville, Ind. 47633 Phone: 812-874-2220 Saturday Mass 6 p.m. Sun. Mass 9 a.m.

CrossWalk C W lk FFellowship ll hi tto hhostt Barbecue and Bluegrass May 21 Special retirement mass May B CrossWalk Fellowship ing for the band. The meal w would like to invite you to will be served at 6 p.m. and 22 for Bishop G.A. Gettelfinger t their second annual Barbe- the music will start at 7 c and Bluegrass on May cue 2 21st, 2011 featuring “Plowi in’ Cowin and the Sodb busters.” This years menu w consist of pulled pork, will c coleslaw, baked beans, chips a desert at $10 for adults and a $5 for children. There and w be door prizes and plenwill t of fun for all. The concert ty i free with a free will offeris

p.m. CrossWalk Fellowship is located at 1510 N. Cullen Ave. in Evansville, Ind. (East off Green River Road onto Vogel then take the first left onto N. Cullen Ave. The church is on the left) For further information contact Pastor Tony Yates at 812464-2446 or go to evansvillecrosswalk.org

Subscribe! Call 838-9920 319 N. Main Street Griffin, Ind. 47616 Phone: 812-851-3291 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m.

Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-4555 Sun. School 9:30 Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed. Student Ministries 6 p.m.

Harvestime Temple Pastor Mark Tabor 101 Roosevelt Drive Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-5447 Christian Education 9 a.m. Sun. Worship 10 a.m.; 6 p.m. Wed. Worship 7 p.m.

Mount Zion General Baptist Church Rev. Rick Sellers 1425 Oliver Road Wadesville, Ind. 47638 Phone: 812-783-2337 Sun. School 9:30 Sun. Worship 10:30 & 6 p.m. Wed. Bible Study 7 p.m.

Holy Angels Catholic Church Father Thomas J. Kessler 423 South Street New Harmony, Ind. 47631 Phone: 812-838-2535 Sun. Mass 10:45 a.m. Immanuel United Church of Christ Rev. Paul Seburg 5812 N. Ford Road Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-985-3115 Sun. School 9 a.m. Sun. Worship 10 a.m. Independent Pentecostal Assembly Pastor David Payne 312 Mulberry Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. Thurs. 7 p.m. Johnson United Methodist Church Rev. John Adams 403 Raintree, New Harmony, Ind. 47631 Phone: 812-682-4648 Sun. School 9 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. Lighthouse Assembly of God Pastor Jason Farrar 1005 E. Tavern St. New Harmony, Ind. 47631 Messiah Lutheran Church Rev. Sean Esterline 7700 Middle Mount Vernon Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-985-2278 Sun. Worship 8 & 10:15 a.m. Sun. School 9 a.m. Wed. Folk Service 6:30 p.m. Thurs. Bible Study 10 a.m. Mount Pleasant Church Rev. James Davis, Pastor 3801 Blackford Road Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-3930 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. Mount Vernon General Baptist Church Pastor Matthew Watson 1717 N. Main Street

New Beginnings Christian Fellowship Church 11420 Middle Mount Vernon Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-985-5288 New Harmony Christian Church Rev. Harry Wheatcroft 307 N. Brewery Street New Harmony, Ind. 47631 Phone: 812-682-3626 Sun. School 9 a.m. Sun. Worship 10 a.m. Wed. Bible Study 6 p.m North Posey Community Church Dr. Lee Brown, Pastor Poseyville, Ind. 47633 812-874-2028 Worship: Sun. 10:30 Bible Study: Sun. 6 p.m. Small groups for men, women, youth and children, Wed. 6 p.m. PoCo Joes, Fri. from 7-11 p.m. Old Union Christian Church Pastor Baret Fawbush 10017 S. State Rd. 165 Poseyville, IN 47633 Phone: 812-874-3186 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:15 a.m. Wed. Kid’s Bible Club 4:30 p.m. Point Church of the Nazarene, Rev. Troy DeKemper 12611 Bonebank Road Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-5182 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. Wed. 6:30 p.m. Poseyville Christian Church Rev. Doris Beckerman Main Street, Poseyville, Ind. 47633 Phone: 812-874-3411 Sun. Fellowship Time 9:15 a.m. Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. Saint John’s Episcopal Church Rev. Allen Rutherford 600 Walnut Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-5445

St. Matthew Catholic Church Father Thomas J. Kessler 421 Mulberry Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-2535 Saturday Mass 6:30 p.m. Sun. Mass 9 a.m. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Rev. Rev. Paul Huntsman 46 Cales Street, Ind. 47633 Phone: 812-874-2251 St. Peter’s United Church of Christ Pastor Rev. Michael Erwin 10430 Hwy 66,Wadesville, Ind. 47638 Phone: 812-985-3416 Sun. School 9 a.m. Sun. Worship 10 a.m. St. Peter’s United Methodist Pastor Jeff Pinney 2800 S. Saint Philips Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-985-3751 /985-2025 Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. Saint Philip Catholic Church Father Thomas J. Kessler 3500 St. Philip Road South Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-985-2275 Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m. Sun. Mass 7 & 11 a.m. Saint Stephen’s Episcopal Church 318 Main Street New Harmony, Ind. 47631 Phone: 812-682-4604 Sun. Christian Education 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II 10 a.m. Saint Wendel Catholic Church Father Edward Schnur 10542 W Boonville New Harmony Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-963-3733 Sun. Mass 7:30 & 10:30 a.m.; 6 p.m. Salem Heusler United Church of Christ 11325 Lower Mount Vernon Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-985-2542 Sun. School 9 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:15 a.m. South Gibson Apostolic Chapel Pastor Joe Sizemore 6144 S. 1075 W. Owensville, Ind. 47665 Phone: 812-729-7231 Sun. Worhship 10 a.m. Wed. Bible Study 7 p.m. St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Father Edward Schnur

Stewartsville United Methodist Rev. Bill Ping RR 2 Poseyville, Ind. 47633 Phone: 812-851-5561 Sun. School 8:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 9:30 a.m. The House of Prayer COGIC Pastor J.I. Hargett 816 E. Third Street Mt. Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-985-3841 Sun. Worship 10 a.m. Tuesday Worship 7 p.m. Friday Worship 8 p.m. The Turning Point 9800 Middle Mount Vernon Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-985-9800 Trinity United Church of Church Rev. Cynthia Priem, Pastor 505 Mulberry Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-3805 Adult Study 8:30 a.m. Sun. Worship & Kids Class 10:10 a.m. United Church of Christ of Cynthiana Sun. Worship 10:15 a.m. Thurs. night Kids Club 7 p.m. University Heights Baptist Church 8800 Middle Mount Vernon Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-985-5158 Wadesville General Baptist Church 3262 Princeton Street Wadesville, Ind. 47638 Phone: 812-673-4660 Sun. School 9 a.m. Sun. Worship 10 a.m. Zion Lippe United Church of Christ Rev. Jay Warren 9000 Copperline Road East Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-985-2437 Sun. School 9 a.m. Family Worship 10 a.m. Zoar United Church of Christ Rev. John Motz 4600 Church Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-963-3749 Sun. School 8:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10 a.m. Mon. Bible Study 10 a.m. Thurs. Evening Bible Study 7 p.m.

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SCHOOL

Peter Fink is appointed to West Point Academy

Students in Pam Damm's class, under the direction of Mount Vernon High School art teacher, Kendra Glaser, and student assistants Tristan Englert, Brianna Ries and Lexie Willis, constructed and painted clay masks of their favorite animals. Pictured above are Front Row- Brent Lawson-Jackson, Sam Phillips, Glenna Jones and Nathan Jennings, Middle Row-Anthony Doty, Aaron Marvel and Matt Norton, Back Row- Mrs. Kendra Glaser, Lexie Willis, Brianna Ries and Tristan Englert. Photo submitted

Peter A. Fink, son of John bers of the Class of 2015 and Nina Fink of Mount will report to West Point for Vernon, Ind., has received the first time on June 27, an appointment 2011. to the Class of The U.S. Mili2015 at the Unittary Academy is ed States Military a four-year coAcademy at West educational fedPoint. A formal eral undergraduAppointment ate liberal arts Presentation was college located made during the 50 miles north of Peter Fink Mount Vernon New York City. Senior High School Hon- Founded in 1802 as Amerors Night that was held on ica’s first college of engiMonday, May 16, at 7 p.m. neering, it consistently ranks in the school’s Performing as one of the top colleges in Arts Center. the nation. A pre-eminent Fink is scheduled to leader development instigraduate from Mount Ver- tution, its mission remains non High School in May of constant - to educate, train 2011 where he was a mem- and inspire cadets for caber of the baseball and cross reers of professional service country teams, captain of to the Army and the nation. his hockey team and Vice For more information, go to President of Student Coun- www.westpoint.edu. cil.. The prospective mem-

Pictured are Mount Vernon Junior High School eighth graders Jessica Robinson and Grace Baldwin as they wait to check out patrons from the library. Photo by Marcia Kessler. MVJHS eighth graders from Mrs. Riordan's language arts class traveled to the University of Evansville after school last Wednesday to talk with author Margaret McMullan about her book, "Sources of Light," that they read earlier in the year. Pictured L to R are Elbert Henderson, Shoshanah Martin, Natasha Davis, Brittany Harpool, Gwen Raibley, author Margaret McMullan, Shelby Riordan, Keri Davis and Kendall Knight. Photo submitted. Pictured left (l to r) are Sadie Redman, Alicia Boarman, Maty Burnett and Andrew Davis from Mrs. Vavra’s kindergarten class at West Elementary preparing to bottle feed a calf while on their field trip to Ritzert Dairy Farm. Photo submitted

St. Wendel Student of the Month

St. Wendel School “Student of the Month” for April was Roni Inkenbrandt. Roni was chosen because she is an excellent student. With her concern for the environment, she began a recycling club at St Wendel School. She is always willing to help. Pictured from left to right are: Julie Mayer, CSB State Bank; Roni Inkenbrandt, Student; Ron Pittman, Principal. Photo submitted

Pictured are Wildcat eighth graders Quinn Rowland, Logan Reeves, Tarik Tyus and Austin McConville at the Mount Vernon Junior High School Reality Store, an event meant to prepare young adults for the real world of grown-ups. Photo by Marcia Kessler.

Kindergartners gather around Construction Zone signs and cones as their service project begins. Kneeling from left to right are Aaron Rexing, Gavin Wheeler, Emma Frey and Sophia Hoar. Standing from left to right are Logan Coultas, Molly Schmitt and Reagan Koester.

Kindergartners learn lessons in life Throughout the year the kindergarten class at St. Wendel School has been talking about ways they could help the less fortunate. They learned there has been a growing need for food to feed the hungry. The children also learned that the Tri-State Food Bank helps provide food to elderly people on fixed incomes, families a step away from homelessness, the unemployed, single parents trying to make ends meet, children of the working poor, the homeless, disabled citizens and abused and neglected children. These were the less fortunate people for whom they had been praying. Collecting canned food to donate to the Tri-State Food Bank became their service

project. During the week of May 9 – 13, the St. Wendel kindergartners sponsored a canned food drive to help benefit the Tri-State Food Bank. They set up a construction zone in one of the busiest hallways of the school and built a wall against hunger. The wall contained only 27 cans at the beginning of the week but grew to over 200 cans of food by the end of the food drive on Friday. The kindergartners’ donation was appreciated by the Tri-State Food Bank which disburses over seven million pounds of food each year to over 250 feeding programs in 33 counties. They were assured their donation would help make a difference.

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BU IN BUSINESS/AG INE G North Posey FFA News On April 20, 2011 the North Posey FFA Chapter held their Officer Elections for the 2011-2012 school year. The newly elected officers are as follows: President, Austin Bender, Vice President, Brianna Perry, Secretary, Anna Will, Treasurer, Brooke Sturgell, Reporter, Abby Bender, Sentinel, Olivia Goebel, 2nd Vice, Kayla Hoenert, 2nd Reporter, Josh Beck On April 28 several members of the chapter traveled to Vanderburgh County Fairgrounds for the Area 3 Livestock and Dairy Judg-

By Abby Bender

ing Contest. Those judging dairy for the chapter included: Jacob Bender, Michael Bender, Hunter Motz, Nick Heldt, Jourdan Bender, Austin Bender, Tylie Robertson, Derek Voegel, John Cook, Jacob Kercher and Griffin Motz. High individual for the chapter was Nick Heldt. The chapter would like to thank Mr. Brad Wallace for coaching the team! Those judging livestock included: Nichole Perry, Amanda Bender, Chad Axton, Brianna Perry, Brooke Sturgell, Jacob Sturgell, Kayla Hoenert, Abby Bend-

er, Dale Bender, Nathan Wiley, Jordan Lyke and Daniel Motz. High scorer for the day was Amanda Bender. The chapter would like to thank all those from the area who provided animals for judging such as Terry Will and Family and Robert Wehmer and Family. Even though we were unable to qualify for the State Contest, the contest provided the members a chance to evaluate all types of animals and more importantly justify their placing through oral reasons. This is a very valuable life skill.

On April 28 several members of the North Posey FFA chapter traveled to Vanderburgh County Fairgrounds for the Area 3 Livestock and Dairy Judging Contest. PicDetailed in its recently released annual ticipation from both employee giving and tured here, Chad Axton, Dale Bender and Abby Bender take a break from judging Foundation report, Vectren Corporation corporate donations. In 2010, Vectren emwhile waiting on the next class of livestock. (Vectren) announced that it awarded more ployee donations combined with matching than $2.2 million in 2010 through the Vec- funds and corporate gifts from the Vectren tren Foundation and corporate gifts. In Foundation topped $720,000. Significant outreach efforts in 2010 inResidents of Posey County are reminded to obtain this information can result in a fine. addition, Vectren employees’ collective that with the recent disaster, many struc- In addition, depending on the property’s lo- volunteer time in 2010, totaled more than cluded: AURORA: With Vectren’s support, AUtures in the community may have experi- cation, a permit may be required from the 22,000 hours. In order to drive measurable, lasting RORA was able to maintain an education/ enced structural damage. Repairs and/or Indiana Department of Natural Resources reconstruction activities to structures dam- prior to the start of any reconstruction ac- change in the communities it serves, the communication specialist on staff to help Vectren Foundation will shift its focus to educate and create community collaboraaged due to the disaster that are located in tivity. the floodplain will require a local improveFor more information on the permitting opportunities that lead community revital- tion for their quest to end homelessness in ment location permit from the Posey County process, contact Posey County Area Plan ization, growth and development; promote Vanderburgh County. New Hope Development Corporation: Area Plan Commission as required by Posey Commission at 126 E. 3rd St., Rm 223, energy conservation and environmental With funding from Vectren, New Hope stewardship; and advance primary, secondCounty’s local floodplain ordinance. Failure Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 812-838-1323. Development Corporation provides menary, post-secondary and civic education. “By refining the focus of our Foundation toring and tutoring to more than 200 youth and working directly with our communi- in Vanderburgh County each week. ties, there is a greater opportunity to beMesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden: Attention all young babysit- help prepare sitters to be different dates. come a catalyst for lasting improvements,” Vectren’s support of Amazonia, Forest of ters in the Tri-State area. St. more responsible in a fun enThe program runs from said Vectren Vice President of Community Riches has helped Mesker Park Zoo & BoMary’s Outreach Services vironment. 8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. ParSustainability and Foundation President tanic Garden attract thousands of visitors will conduct four Safe Sitter “The Safe Sitter classes ents and/or guardians are en- Jeff Whiteside. “We will also continue to to Evansville and provide educational opclasses in June 2011. Safe are taught nationwide,” says couraged to attend a 15-min- invest more Foundation dollars in support- portunities for people of all ages. Sitter is a medically accurate, Jackie Richards, BS, RRT, St. ute “graduation ceremony” ing non-profit organizations through enerAnnually, Vectren supports approxihands-on class that teaches Mary’s Outreach Services. honoring the students at 3:15 gy efficiency-related grants in order to help mately 700 nonprofit organizations in boys and girls ages 11 to 13 “The lessons and techniques p.m. Participants are asked them or their clients lower energy costs.” achieving their goals and mission of ashow to handle emergencies are proven to help the adoles- to bring a sack lunch. The annual United Way fundraising sisting residents throughout Indiana and when caring for children. cents become better caregivAll Safe Sitter classes campaign continues to receive strong par- Ohio. Safe SitterS will learn: ers. St. Mary’s has always will be held in Room 107 ·What to do if a child demonstrated a commitment of the St. Mary’s Medical chokes. to the safety and well-being Arts Building, located at ·Safety for the sitter. of the children in our area. 3700 Bellemeade Avenue in ·How to call 911 for help. I see this everyday in my Evansville. ·Babysitting business skills work with our Community Each class costs $55 and (how to refuse a babysitting Outreach Services. The Safe includes a student manual, a job, how to negotiate a salary, Sitter classes are just an- messenger bag, a card conhow to recognize your limita- other example of St. Mary’s firming the babysitter’s comtions, etc.) dedication to help protect pletion of the course, a list of ·Basic childcare techniques and educate children in the important phone numbers, (diapering, feeding, etc.) Tri-State.” a flashlight, band aids and ·How to entertain children Safe Sitter classes will other supplies. $15 scholarand keep them safe. be offered on the following ships are also available based Young children cannot dates in June: on financial need. always communicate their ·Tuesday, June 14 To register your son or needs or protect themselves. ·Thursday, June 16 daughter or your babysitter, A babysitter must be able to ·Tuesday, June 21 please call Debbie Davidson handle whatever situation ·Thursday, June 23 with St. Mary’s Outreach arises. When you accept a Please note that sitters do Services at 812-485-5607. babysitting job, you accept NOT have to attend all of the For more information St. Wendel School kindergartners are excited to see their Wall Against Hunger grow. the responsibility of a child’s sessions. These are one-day about Safe SitterS, please Seated are Abby Kiesel and Simon Folz. Kneeling are Jake Koch, Lucas Johnson, and life. Safe Sitter classes will classes being offered on four visit www.safesitter.org. Owen Wunderlich. Standing are Karlee Rodgers, Kathleen Glaser, and Emma Hall.

Vectren ends 2010 with more than $2.2 million in donations

PC residents reminded to get permits for repairs

St. Mary’s to offer Safe Sitter class in June

CountryMark lends a hand to school children in need While many economists are saying the recession is technically over, there are a lot of hungry children who can’t tell any difference yet. “In our school district, 26 percent of our students receive free or reduced lunches,” says Dr. Thomas K. Kopatich, superintendent of the Metropolitan School District of Mount Vernon, Ind. “They receive a good breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday, but they come back hungry on Monday morning. Many of our people were asking, ‘What happens to these students on the weekends?’” Imagine Kopatich’s surprise about two years ago when he received a call from the Tri-State Food Bank in Evansville, Ind., which serves Posey County, saying they had an anonymous corporate donor who would like to make sure that 100 of those students received a backpack filled with enough food to last through the weekend. “It was the donor’s idea,” said Kopatich. “This was the first time we’d done this in Posey County, and it was a tremendous blessing for our school corporation and the other corporations in the county.” The donor had written a check for $30,000 to Tri-State to fund the program for a two-year period. Each Friday, needy students, age 5 through 18, who have been identified by their school’s administrators and counselors receive a backpack filled with enough food for six meals over the weekend. There’s also a snack for each day. Tri-State fills the backpacks each week, then delivers them to the schools to be picked up each Friday. The backpacks contain food for nutritious meals, which are

capable of being prepared by a typical second grader. In addition to healthy meals, there are also some “fun things” included for the snacks. On Monday, students return their backpacks, and the process starts over again. It even runs during the summer, with convenient pickup points arranged. After the first year, Kopatich, who coordinates the program for the county’s three school corporations, had figured out that the donor was CountryMark, an Indianabased oil company whose refinery is located in Mount Vernon. CountryMark’s Operations Manager for Gathering and Transportation, Bret Moye, comes from a family of teachers and also serves on the local Community Foundation Board. As a result, he was keenly aware of the need and served as a link in getting the program started. “So many of us are so fortunate, it’s often hard for us to fully understand the real

needs in our community,” said Moye. “We couldn’t feed every child, but thought we could feed 100.” Both Kopatich and John Hillenbrand, Assistant Director of the Tri-State Food Bank, were quick to voice their appreciation for CountryMark’s gift. “It’s been a tremendous blessing for our school corporation,” said Kopatich. “This has been a great opportunity for those families, who are so grateful to have food for their children every weekend.” “For CountryMark to take responsibility for feeding 100 kids every weekend for the whole year is absolutely awesome,” said Hillenbrand. Tri-State Food Bank Executive Director Mary Blair stated, “We are so honored to have such a compassionate partner as CountryMark. Their support to extend the Backpack program in Posey County will have a far-reaching impact on the kids and the community. The food

bank started the Weekend Backpack program locally in 2006 and has seen tremendous growth and success. We are so happy to be able to provide this service to Posey County through the support from CountryMark.” CountryMark’s original two-year donation was intended to provide a safety net for children until the economy could recover. However the recovery has been slower than anticipated, and the company has recently renewed its intent to continue funding the program on an ongoing basis. “We’re very fortunate to call Mt. Vernon our home, and to be able to assist Posey County and Mount Vernon with the needs being met by the backpack program,” said CountryMark CEO Charlie Smith. While feeding 100 needy Posey County children on weekends has helped greatly, there are still hungry children who are not being served.

Tri-State Food Bank, which serves 33 counties in Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky, has seen its need to provide food increase by 35 percent because of the downturn in the economy. “Statistics show that every fourth person in line in a soup kitchen is a child,” said

Hillenbrand. “We have more children on a waiting list who we could serve if we could get additional support.” Individuals or corporations interested in partnering with Tri-State to help feed hungry children can do so by contacting Mary Blair or John Hillenbrand at 812-425-0775.

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Take the plank from own eye before splinter from neighbor’s On a note of insincerity, I want to thank the media of the greater Evansville area for coming into Posey County over the past few weeks and helping to exploit the residents of our county who are struggling with one of the worst TRUTH... floods in history. TRANGER S While my thoughts go to T HAN no one source in particular, F ICTION it is amazing to me that since the Ohio River is at record BY DAVE levels and runs alongside PEARCE downtown Evansville, why is it necessary to head out to the rural counties and find people who are hurting and hear their pain and sorrow? Is the flood doing no damage around the Metropolitan Evansville area? Or is it just easier to exploit displaced individuals in nearby counties who may not have the financial resources to fight back? It seems to me that when there is bad news, everyone in the “big city” market wants a piece of the pie. But that’s because the general public wants to see bad news, not only on the television but also in the newspaper. Bad news sells, and it is as simple as that. And bad news that is a few miles away is the best. As a (very) small businessman in Posey County, I would like, just a time or two, to see the “big city media” come to Posey County to cover something positive. From all appearances, they come to our county and seek out the people who would be least likely to speak on behalf of our county. Is the objective to show the superiority of their city and/ or county? Apparently, there are no problems in Vanderburgh County so they have to go looking in Posey, Warrick and Gibson counties to get “real news.” It seems they always find at least one extremist from outside Vanderburgh, generally without a full set of teeth and a vocabulary to

match, to lead their prime time news for that night. It seems to draw a crowd. I still can’t help but be disturbed by the “major” media’s last trip to North Posey High School. A student had written a curse word on a paper and school officials dealt properly with it. Somehow, however, it wound up on at least one of the “city” television news channels. Shortly after that, a fight in a Mount Vernon School bathroom wound up on the television news. I continue to find it amazing that when bad news happens, someone always has a link to the rural counties, and it spreads like wildfire. It makes me want to experience the utopia they seem to think exists in Vanderburgh County. I have lived there and believe me, utopia is not the word I would use. Well, here’s some news I am sure our friends in the “major” Evansville news market will never be broadcasting. The North Elementary Student Council in Poseyville has won the distinction of being named a State Honor Council for the 11th year in a row. The students received their award in Indianapolis on Saturday. Who’s going to get fired up about that? The North Posey Cafeteria Staff was recently recognized for receiving an excellent report from the Department of Education during a recent audit of the current nutritional standards. The Indiana Department of Education remarked that no other schools have received as high of a rating as the North Posey cafeteria staff. But there’s no bloodshed there. According to the U.S. News & World Report—in collaboration with School Evaluation Services, a K-12 education and data

research and analysis business that provides parents with education data— the group analyzed academic and enrollment data from more than 21,000 public high schools to find the very best across the country. These top schools were placed into gold, silver, bronze, or honorable mention categories. New Harmony School was recognized as a Bronze Medal award winner for the second year in a row. One of only 22 schools in the state to be honored with this medal. North Posey Junior and Senior High Schools, along with St. Matthew’s Parochial School in Mount Vernon were recently named Four Star Schools by the State of Indiana. Seems funny, but I don’t think I have heard a word about that on the “local” television stations, despite the fact that of all the Evansville schools, not one was on the Four Star School list this year. And apparently there are no economic problems in the Evansville-Vanderburgh School District because any time a mention is made of a possible problem in our county, their little white vans with satellite dishes line up outside the site of the meeting room so they can run back to the big city and tell everyone how bad things are in the rural counties surrounding Vanderburgh. I love and enjoy Posey County. I’m tired of it being used as a dumping ground for news not nearly as bad as could be gathered within blocks of the television news stations. If you are going to report all the bad, please, just once in awhile, mention some of the positive things going on in the counties surrounding Vanderburgh County. On second thought, don’t. Someone has to tell the good news in Posey County. Since the “big city” media is interested in telling one side of the story, your local newspaper vows to keep both sides of the story in front of you.

‘Experienced’ friends offer opportunity to learn Perhaps the age of my parents has helped to determine the age of my friends. My mother Estelle was 39 and my father Harvey was 46 when I was born, the last of FOR THE their four children. My par- RECORD ents had already reared one generation of children—the BY PAM youngest of them, 16 years ROBINSON my senior—by the time I arrived. I learned to appreciate the friendship of mature adults, my parents and their friends, with whom I spent so much time. When I consider the best of my friends now—the friends who are truly available for better or for worse—they have all, like me, celebrated at least one birthday on the down side of the hill. Like my late parents, my mature friends provide a wealth of wisdom based on a lifetime of experience. Each of my close friends has shared his or

her own special gift about living. From Charlie, I’ve learned to trust myself. When I pay attention to my gut, I avoid mistakes and make decisions in my own and everyone else’s best interests. From Jessica, I’ve learned to write freely, especially when no one else is looking. Our creativity dies only when we disregard it. From Betty, I’ve learned to smile and laugh, especially at myself. She’s taught me, for example, that God hears all prayers, but – blessedly – listens to very few. After all, the Japanese earthquake and tsunami victims, the Southern tornado victims and the Point Township flood victims require his care, and he hears their heartfelt cries for help over my noisy much ado about nothing. From Letty, I’ve learned the antidote to a poisoned reaction or relationship is kindness.

She lives Christ’s command to turn the other cheek. My sister Shirley wins the prize for revealing how to age gracefully. She cherishes the present moment and takes nothing for granted. She has also taught me that life is too short to populate my world with negative and toxic thoughts—or people, for that matter. In spite of her share of suffering, she lives with joy and brings blessing to many. Above all, my husband Jim has shown me the meaning of true love with his selfless ways and with his perseverance in our relationship, no matter how hard things got. He has loved me when I least deserved it, but most needed it. In his actions, he has witnessed to me that faith, hope and love abide, but that the greatest of all these is truly love. Jim and I brought our daughter home when I was 38 and he was 50. Her two older brothers are over two decades older than she is. I pray she receives a blessing from the mature adults in her life. If so, she will remain forever young.

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Letters to the Editor The 2011 Easter Egg Hunt was rescheduled to May 7th due to heavy rain. The New Harmony Kiwanis would like to thank the following businesses and individuals for supporting this endeavor: Chris's Pharmacy, Historic New Harmony as co-sponsor, DRC Transportation, New Harmony PAT, Jeff Koester Construction, Werry Funeral Home, Utopia Salon, Harmony Pottery, Old Mill Mart, Southern Ride BBQ, Samuel's Place, New Harmony Coffee House, Kenyon Bailey, Golden Rose, Harmony Haus Cinema, Wilson's Auction, The Doll Museum, Yellow Tavern, 500 Platolene, Reynolds Barber Shop, Main Café, New Harmony Postmaster, Sara's Harmonie Way, Posey County News, Events in New Harmony, D K Parker Construction, Docey Lewis, Larry Gosh, Vence and Teresa Canada and the people of the Crossville Church of Christ. Thanks, Dan Busler President, New Harmony Kiwanis The United Way of Posey County is very important to our communities. Funds from United Way have helped New Harmony operate a food pantry serving many families and have also been used to assist Posey County families with utilities and rent. Thank you to all who help support United Way. The 9th Annual Senior Carnival was held, Friday, May 10 at Cloverleaf Retirement Center in Mount Vernon Indiana. I would like to thank all of the area businesses who donated to make this a special day for our Senior Citizens in Posey County. Although tough economic times are upon us these businesses big and small came through as always to donate goods and services in support of this event. Thank you to the following business from the Senior Carnival Committee. Brandon Bullard Electric Heat/AC Service, Alles Brothers Furniture, Dairy Queen, Bud's True Value Hardware, Guilty Pleasures Flower & Gifts, McDonalds, Schneider Funeral Home, Mount Vernon Fire Department, Mount Vernon Police Department and Baier & Baier. Monica Evans Senior Carnival Chair New Harmonie Healthcare Center

Jim Tomes--117th General Assembly: One for the Books

Gavel Gamut’s “Friday Night Lights Out” Last Tuesday, May 10, I met with about 150 seventh graders at Perry Heights Middle School in Vanderburgh County. The school counselor, Shari Chestnut, and her colleague Carol Devillez were concerned with some undercurrents of racial and ethnic tension among the students. Shari knew that her friend, Posey County Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Jonathan Parkhurst, has to deal with the adult results of such attitudes so she approached him after church not long ago and sought his advice. And, of course, being the well trained barrister, he told her, “Take them to court!” What he really did was suggest that because I have written a thing or two about the effects of prejudice, I, not he, would be the proper sacrificial lamb to be offered up to the gods of education. In other words, he bobbed and weaved by having me climb into the ring. Such kindnesses should not be forgotten. Actually, I enjoyed the bright and inquisitive students who appeared to want the hour long session to continue into the next class period. Surely they were not just asking copious questions to

avoid class work. I had asked my Chief

GAVEL GAMUT BY JUDGE JIM REDWINE Probation Officer, Rodney Fetcher, and my wife, Peg, to help me with the Power Point presentation. But the appearance of my friend, Danny Thomas, was what moved the assemblage toward our goal of reducing any tension. Danny is the reigning World Boxing Federation Heavyweight Champion and a black man without prejudice or bitterness although he has just cause for both. The students listened to Danny tell how he had faced discrimination without rancor and had come out a winner in life. The students, a mixture of several cultural backgrounds, mobbed Danny after his talk and peppered him with such questions as, “How many times have you been knocked out?” (none), “What was your toughest fight?” (James “Lights Out” Tony), and “How large are

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your biceps?” (large). It was good to experience the total lack of racial bias on all parts. However, it did take me back to my high school football days. When I went to high school in Oklahoma, segregation was in place by law. While the schools had been integrated in 1957 (three years after Brown v. Topeka Board of Education), most restaurants still refused to serve Negroes, including the three who were my football teammates. Oklahoma is a large state with long distances between towns and not a lot of restaurants to serve hungry teenage boys after Friday night football games. I well remember the times restaurants refused to serve our black players. Our coaches would refuse to eat in those restaurants and we would face the prospect of a long ride home with thoughts of chicken fried steak dancing in our heads. We have come far. We all know there is still work to be done, but not nearly as much as before. We can thank people such as Danny Thomas and the staff and students at Perry Heights for being part of the solution.

I’ve been told each session of the Indiana General Assembly has a personality of its own — it’s simply never the same. Although this is my first time to experience behind-the-scenes action of state government, even seasoned lawmakers can attest that the 117th session was one for the history books. As a citizen and grassroots organizer who has followed and engaged in Indiana’s legislative process throughout the years, I can’t remember another like it. This year, House Democrats staged the longest government walkout in Indiana history, threatening to shut down the very system we’ve always trusted to carry out the people’s work. During the five-week ordeal, Senate lawmakers conducted 33 committee hearings on 69 bills and six resolutions. As Senate President Pro Tem David Long said, “We made the best of a difficult situation and are proud to say we finished our work on time, avoiding extra costs to Hoosiers.” In fact, we accomplished many goals set for this great state, including passing a fourth consecutive balanced state budget. While other states are considering cuts to education and job-killing tax hikes, Indiana's new two-year state budget avoids both. The $28 billion budget is structurally balanced and would end the biennium with about $1 billion in reserves to help offset future economic downturns. It allocates $7 billion for public K-12 in 2012 and $7.1 billion in 2013, including monies to give performance

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pay increases for teachers. Medicaid would receive funding to help cover lost federal dollars and enrollment growth. State lawmakers were able to maintain current appropriations for the CHOICE program to provide in-home care for Indiana's elderly and disabled and expanded newborn screenings for heart defects. As passed, the budget automatically returns dollars to taxpayers if reserves rise above 10 percent of appropriations in the future, while at the same time allocating a portion of excess reserves to pay down unfunded state public pension obligations. While on the job, Senate lawmakers focused on stimulating Hoosier jobs. Several 2011 legislative measures may have the combined effect of being the most aggressive private-sector jobs package in state history. Lawmakers approved a reduction in the state's relatively high corporate tax rate from 8.5 percent to 6.5 percent to make Indiana even more appealing and competitive among current and potential employers. We additionally passed a 'Buy Local' initiative, which I coauthored, so local units of government will reinvest in their communities by pur-

chasing materials and supplies from area vendors. Realizing six in 10 new jobs over the past 15 years have been created by small businesses, especially new business start-ups, lawmakers supported legislation I sponsored, adding a 'Young Entrepreneurs Program' to initiatives of the Indiana Economic Development Corp., complementing universities' business curricula by matching potential firsttime employers with interested communities and economic development groups. Senators also unanimously voted for a new certification process I sponsored, guaranteeing to world consumers that commercial feed manufacturers are following the latest industry standards and keeping Hoosier grain producers at the forefront of foreign markets. Supported by Indiana Farm Bureau, Indiana Pork Producers and Purdue University, the measure will not only help Indiana's rural economies, but logistical hubs in cities across the state. Last but not least, we did our best to protect Indiana residents’ constitutional rights. I authored legislation to help protect lawful citizens who have a right to carry firearms.

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Wildcats outrun Tigers for Big Eight crown, Lady Cats are second By Steve Joos The Mount Vernon boys’ track team went to Princeton Thursday night and held those Tigers. The girls had a good night, but just weren’t deep enough for those other Lady Wildcats in the Big Eight Conference. Mount Vernon easily won the conference boys’ meet Thursday, denying Princeton its fourth straight Big Eight title and sixth in the past seven years, easily dethroning the Tigers 136-89. The girls had a good night Tuesday, with two surprise winners in the field events, but still couldn’t overcome Jasper, finishing second with 109 points. The Cats spliced together a few blue-ribbon performances with a number of seconds and thirds to end Princeton’s reign as Big Eight champs. D.A. Wilson won the 800-meters in 2:04.58, while Ken Renshaw took the 1,600run in 4:39.75 and Teddy O’Connell threw the discus 128 feet, five inches for the blue ribbon in that event. The 400-relay squad also won its races. The meet was delayed 15 minutes at the start due to rain. Surprises, strong performances and a few personal bests.

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Mount Vernon Boys Track team came away from Princeton Thursday night with hardware in hand--the Big 8 Conference Trophy. Pictured, kneeling: Ryan Dick, Dane Wilson and Jon Hoehn. Standing: Coach Steve Brenton, Michael Cannato, Bryan

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Motz goes out as double P.A.C. champion By Steve Joos Hunter Motz’s last Pocket Athletic Conference boys’ track meet was a very good one. The North Posey senior swept the distance races, registering a person best in the 1,600-meter run in Thursday’s meet at Tell City. The Vikings were seventh in the boys’ meet with 39 points, edging eighth-place Southridge (36) by three, but coming in well behind sixth place Pike Central (47) by eight points, not that different from the 77-68 margin the Chargers had in a triangular meet last week at North Posey. The girls scored 49 points and finished sixth in Tuesday’s PAC girls’ meet, also at Tell City. Boys’ coach Kevin Gengelbach was very pleased with Motz’s efforts. “The boys got two fantastic performances from Hunter Motz!” Gengelbach said. “He won the 3,200-meters and the 1,600-meters. He ran his best time ever (4:29.33) in the 1,600-meter run.” Motz took the two-mile in with a time of 10:09.13, the only blue ribbon performances turned in by a member of either North Posey track team. Motz wasn’t the only Viking to turn in a strong performance at the conference meet. Nick Crumbacher was third in the long jump, Alex Geobel fifth in the high jump with a personal best leap, and Burch Dessauer third in the 110-high hurdles. Mitchell Kuhn (400-dash) and Luke Morrow (100-dash) each finished eighth in their respective events. “All of these boys ran great races as well,” Gengelbach said. “Overall, I think we had a really good night against very good teams.” As for the Lady Vikings, there wasn’t much in the way of high finishes as North Posey came in sixth with 49 points. Olivia Goebel placed in both distance events, taking second in the 3,200, while Meagan Bender and Mackenzie Orlik

went 2-3 in the 400-dash. Emma Werry was third in the 300hurdles. The Lady Vikings were well ahead of seventh-place South Spencer (30), but about the same distance in back of fifthplace Gibson Southern (69 and one-fourth). Forest Park won the girls’ meet with 133 and one-half points, while Heritage Hills (110 and one-fourth) was second. Both schools put some distance between themselves and the rest of the pack, as Tell City (92) came in third, and Southridge (84 and three-quarters) took fourth. Tecumseh (26) and Pike Central (22 and one-quarter) rounded out the girls’ field. Tell City won the boys’ meet with 158 points, well ahead of second-place Forest Park (121), while Gibson Southern was third with 78 and one-half. Heritage Hills (72) and South Spencer (57 and one-half) rounded out the top five, while Tecumseh rounded out the boys’ field with 14 points. The Vikings had their moments as they tuned up for their meet by finishing second in a triangular against Pike Central and Wood Memorial The Vikings scored 68 points, coming in just behind Pike Central (77). The Trojans were third with seven tallies. The meet was to have been held at Oakland City, but was moved to North Posey due to field conditions at Wood. “They came out ready to run tonight,” Gengelbach said. “They ran really hard, they did a really nice job. They ran against Pike Central earlier in the year and struggled competing with them and tonight we stayed right with them.” Better times in practice and hard work in preparing for the meet was a major factor in North Posey’s performance, Gengelbach said. Motz and Dessauer were once again major contributors to the Vikings’ effort. Motz swept the distance events, taking first in the 1,600-

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North Posey’s Emma Werry gets good air during her long jump at the Mount Vernon Girls Track Invitational recently. Photo by Terri Koch

Viking Spring Sports banquet set The North Posey High School Viking Booster Club will host a spring sports banquet to honor athletes from the various spring sports on Wednesday, June 8, at 6 p.m., in the high school cafeteria. Each family is requested to bring a table service to serve the number of family members who will be attending and a salad, vegetable or dessert large enough to serve 15-20 people. The meat and drinks will be furnished by the boosters. Members of the softball and girls’ tennis teams should bring desserts, while the baseball and boys’ golf teams are asked to bring salads, and the boys’ and girls’ track teams are asked to bring vegetables. After dinner, everyone will meet in the auditorium for the presentation of All-conference medals and Academic all-conference certificates. At the conclusion of these presentations, the teams, coaches and anyone interested in a particular team will adjourn to one of several venues around the school for that team’s individual awards program. The softball team ceremony will be in the new gym, the baseball team will have its program in the old gym, the track teams will meet in the auditorium and the girls’ tennis team in the cafeteria. The site of the boys’ golf team ceremony will be announced. North Posey High School’s softball team honored its seniors with a lopsided win over Bosse on Wednesday. PicFor more information, contact school athletic director Vir- tured are seniors and their parents, Steve, Stacey and Kendyl Ahrens; Brenda, Lisa and Michael Garris; Shelley, gil Ferguson at (812) 673-6605. John and Rita Schmitt.

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Wildcat track Big Eight That sums up the girls’ meet Tuesday night. The lady Wildcats won four blue ribbons, two of them by girls they did not expect in eventsw they weren’t expected to compete in, as Mount Vernon finished second in the girls’ meet with 109 points. In some ways, the meet was disappointing for Mount Vernon, especially in the sprints, where Kate Cox finished second in both of her races to Jasper freshman Daria Mehune, who also nipped her on their respective legs of the 400-meter relay. Maier was also surprised by Cox’s troubles. “I don’t know that Katie has slowed, I just think this girl from Jasper is a freshman,” coach Maier said. “Katie was also third in the long jump with a jump over 16 feet, which is an excellent jump. She just had some competition this year.” Maggie Maier and Foster were big surprises for Mount Vernon, as Maier won the pole vault with a personal best eight foot vault, beating two girls who were seeded ahead of her, while Foster cleared the bar at four-footeight in the high jump. Neither girls jumped all that well, according to coach Maier, but their competition also did not perform well, and that opened the door for Maier and Foster. Ericka McCormick also ran into some stiff competition from Mount Carmel’s Tyra Buss, who beat the Lady Wildcat sophomore in both the 800- and 1,600-meters. The 3,200-meter relay team remained perfect on the season, as McCormick, Lauren Stemple, Megan Randall and Montana Eaton won their race in 10:35.50, for one of the other Lady Wildcat blue ribbons. Jenny Koch won the 400-meters for the third straight year,

posting a time of 1:03.11, while taking second in the 200. There were some other athletes who stepped up for the girls, including Jenny Lyke (who placed in the shot put for the first time in her career) and Chelsea Bell, who shaved 24 seconds off her time in the 3,200-merters, and Katie McDonald, who knocked 45 seconds off her time in the same race. Washington was third in the boys’ meet with 71 points, while Jasper and Vincennes tied for fourth with 64 tallies apiece. Boonville (50) and Mount Carmel (19) rounded out the field. The real race in the girls’ meet was for second, with Mount Vernon edging Princeton 109-103 for runner-up honors against all-conquering Jasper (151). Mount Carmel was even further back in fourth place with 52 points, followed by Washington (41), Vincennes (22) and Boonville (18). Big Eight Conference girls’ meet: 3,200-relay: 1) Mount Vernon (McCormick, Stemple, Randall, Eaton) 10:35.50; 100hurdles: Ashton Fuelling (fifth) :18.68100dash: Cox (second) :12.96, Lacey Johnson (fifth) :13.91; 1,600-run: McCormick (third) 5:49.88; 400-relay: 2) Mount Vernon (Johnson, Tiffany Collins, Cox, Stemple) :52.19; 400-dash: Koch (first) 1:03.11, Stemple (fifth) 1:03.35; 300-hurdles: Foster (fifth) :53.95; Mount Vernon sophomore Maggie Maier easily clears the bar during Tuesday 800-run: McCormick (second) 2:30.25, Rannight’s Forest Park invitational. Maier claimed the third place ribbon during Saturdall (fifth) 2:42.69; 200-dash: Cox (second) day’s Mount Vernon Girls Track Invitational. Photo by Terri Koch :27.31, Collins (sixth) :29.07; 3,200-run: Bell (third) 12:18.14: 1,600-relay: 3) Mount Vernon (Koch, McCormick, Stemple, Casey Gerst) 4:30.70; Long jump: Cox (third) 16’5 ½”; High jump: Foster (first) 14’8”; Shot put: Jenny Lyke (fifth) 30’3 ½”; Pole vault: Maier (first) 8’0”, Koch (fifth) 7’0”.

Before it was announced that the Mount Vernon Boys Team had secured the team championship trophy at the Big 8 Conference meet in Princeton on Thursday evening, the team was already excited about the seven champions in individual events--all senior leaders of the team. Front: Logan Pace (4x100 relay), TJ Davis (4x100 relay) and Will Terbrack (200m and 4x100 relay). Back: Dylan Rubenacker (4x100 relay), Ken Renshaw (1600 m run), DA Wilson (800 m run) and Teddy O’Connell (discus). Picture by Josh Koch

The Mount Vernon Girls Track team came away from the Big 8 Conference meet on Tuesday with second place as a team but four blue ribbons. The team performed well this year adding many second through sixth place finishes in order to finish behind perennial favorite Jasper but ahead of Princeton, who had beaten the Wildcats earlier in the season in a dual meet. Conference champions for the Lady Cats are, back: Ellen Foster (high jump), Maggie Maier (pole vault) and Montana Eaton (4x800 relay). Front: Jenny Koch (400m run and 4x800 relay), Lauren Stemple (4x800 relay) and Erika McCormick (4x800 relay). The team is preparing for sectional competition next week at their home track.

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Mount Vernon eighth graders are champs Mount Vernon Junior High School track teams participated in the Boys & Girls Conference Track meets this weekend. The eighth grade boys team came in first place... thus they are the 2011 Southern Indiana Junior High Athletic Conference eighth grade champions! Individual conference champions and their events are as follows: Seventh Grade Boys: Kyle Lang - Shot Put; Eighth Grade Boys (2011 SIJHAC Champions) Charlie Schneider: 200 M Dash , 400 M Relay Team (Anthony Rosas, Isaac Redman, Sam Carroll, Charlie Schneider) and Isaac Redman: Long Jump; Seventh Grade Girls: Ellen Denning: Shot Put; Lauren Evans: Discus; Eighth Grade Girls: Kellen Ray: 100 M Hurdles & 200 M Dash. Both the eighth grade girls and seventh grade boys teams came in third place in the conference.

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USI Returns to NCAA Div. II to defend title The University of Southern Indiana baseball team begins its NCAA Division II national championship defense as the second seed in the Midwest Regional. The regional will be hosted by Grand Valley State University at the Corncrib in Normal, Ill. Game times are still to be determined. The Corncrib is the home of the Frontier League’s Normal Cornbelters. USI’s (37-17) first round opponent is Missouri University of Science & Technology (29-17), which is the fifth seed and is making its first NCAA II Tournament appearance since 1972. The first round game also is a matchup of the two GLVC division champions. In addition to the USIMissouri S&T match-up, top-seeded GVSU (48-3) is scheduled to start the regional against sixth-seeded Wayne State University (32-19) and third-seeded Northern Kentucky University (34-19) plays fourth-seeded Quincy University (35-18). Both games are rematches of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and the GLVC championship games.

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meters with a time of 4:44, and the 3,200 in 10:25, while Dessauer took the 110-high hurdles (:15.93) and was second in the 300lows. Gengelbach was also pleased with the efforts of Mitchell Kuhn and Nick Neidig in the 400-sprints, as well as Seibert, Austin Little and Tim East. Kuhn (:55.24) and Neidig were 1-2 in the 400-dash Morrow won the 100-dash (14.7), while Kurt Seibert threw the discus 122 feet, seven inches for a blue ribbon in that event. Nick Crumbacher captured the long jump (17-11) for North Posey’s other blue ribbon. Once again, a lack of high finishes in the field events and a shut out in the relays hurt North Posey as far as the team standings were concerned. “We’ve been working hard in practice and it’s starting to pay off,” the coach said. PAC boys’ meet: High jump: Goebel (sixth) 5’10”; Long jump: Crumbacher (third) 19’10”; 110hurdles: Dessauer (fifth) :15.89; 100-dash: North Posey senior Hunter Motz became a double PAC Champ in the conference Morrow (eighth) :12.23; 400-relay: 8) track meet on Thursday. He won both the 1600 and the 3200 races which gave him North Posey (Ben Blankenberger, Jonathan back-to-back 3200m PAC medals. Here, Motz edges out Heritage Hills’ Ben Woolems Boettcher, Hunter Camp, Dessauer) :49.30; in the 3200.

1,600-run: Motz (first) 4:29.33; 400-dash: Kuhn (eighth) :55.30; 3,200-run: Motz (first) 10:09.13; 1,600-relay: 6) North Posey (Crumbacher, Devon Germano, Crumbacher, Kuhn) 3:45.89. Girls: 100-hurdles: Werry (fifth) :18.26; 100dash: Bender (sixth) :13.78; 1,600-run: Goebel (third) 5:43.64; 400-dash: Bender (second) 1:01.21, Orlik (third) 1:03.35; 300hurdles: Werry (third) :51.34; 200-dash: Bender (fifth) :28.57, Orlik (sixth) :28.65; 3,200-run: Goebel (second) 12:59.11; 1,600relay: 8) North Posey (Bender, Orlik, Tylie Robertson, Werry) 5:01.77. Pike central 77, North Posey 68, Wood Memorial 7 (boys): 3,200-relay: 3) North Posey; Dessauer (first) :15.93, Hunter Camp (third); 100dash: Morrow (first) :11.47; Discus: Seibert (first) 122’7”, East (second); 1,600-run: Motz (first) 4:44; 400-dash: Kuhn (first) :55.24, Neidig (third); Long jump: Crumbacher (first) 17’11”, Cane (third); 300-hurdles: Dessauer (second); 800-run: Ian Coonor (third); 200dash: Morrow (second); 3,200-run: Motz (first) 10:25; 1,600-relay: 3) North Posey.

There was little question as to the big highlight of the recent Middle School Pocket Athletic Conference track meets, as far as North Posey Junior High School was concerned. Eighth grader Lauren Gibbs fired the discus 83 feet, seven and one-half inches to win the blue ribbon at Gibson Southern. “We are very proud of Lauren Gibbs,” coach Shannon Schickel said. “She was a PAC champion in the discus. We also had strong finishes by Loryn Willis, Shelby Newcomer and Gabe Mayer.” In addition to the discus, Gibbs was third in the shot put, while Willis was fourth in the 100-meter low hurdles, third in the 100merter dash and ran a leg on the fourth-place seventh grade 400-relay team with Newcomer, Brandi Carner and Erin Will. Newcomer was fourth in the 400 and ran a leg on sixth-place 1,600-meter relay squad with Carner, Savannah King and Maddie Feldrake. Those high finishes were relatively few and far between for both junior high cinder Viking teams, as the girls were sixth with 46 points and the boys ninth with 11 and onehalf. Mayer was seventh in the high jump and fifith in the 1,600-meters. He also ran a leg

on the seventh-place 1,600-meter relay team with Aaron Droste, Michael Sims and Max Wright. Rob and Kristina Deters helped coach the junior High Vikings this season. Middle School PAC boys’ meet Shot put: Jake O’Risky (16) 23’4”, Discus: Shawn Burks (ninth) 86’9 ½”; High jump: Mayer (fourth) 5’0”, Jon Alcantara (eighth) 4’8”; 1,600-run: Mayer (fifth) 5:25.62; Seventh grade 400-relay: 8) North Posey (Quentin Petrig, Jarrod Koester, Derek Motz, Wright) 1:01.21, Eighth grade: 7) North Posey (Burks, Droste, Alcantara, Sims) :56.78; 1,600-relay: 4) North Posey (Droste, Sims, Wright, Mayer) 4:33.85; 400-dash: Motz (15) 1:13.06. Girls: Shot put: Gibbs (third) 27’6”; Discus:: Gibbs (first) 83’7 ½”, Jasmine Martin (seventh) 64’2”; Long jump: Newcomer (sixth) 13’3 ¾”; 100-hurdles: Willis (fourth) :18.64; 100-dash: Willis (third) :14.44; Seventh grade 400-relay: 4) North Posey (Carner, Newcomer, Will, Willis) 1:00.67, Eighth grade: 8) North Posey (Sydney Feldrake, M. Feldrake, King, Martin) 1:02.63; 400-dash: Newcomer (fourth) 1:07.83, Carner (10) 1:14.24; 1,600-relay: 6) North Posey (Carner, King, M. Feldrake, Newcomer) 4:58.06.

North Posey Junior High runners compete

Mount Vernon senior Ken Renshaw has been a fixture on the Wildcat distance running teams for four years. He recently signed a Letter of Intent to run Track and Cross Country at Vincennes University. Earlier, Hunter Motz, senior distance runner at North Posey, also agreed to run for Head Coach Chris Gafner at Vincennes University. Renshaw and Motz have been competing against each other for years and now could become roommates. The combination of the two runners will be a good boost to the Vincennes running program. Photo submitted

Rappite baseball makes the most of chance to play at home By Steve Joos The New Harmony baseball team finally got to play at home Saturday. In some cases, the Rappites were happy to have a game during this rainout-plagued season (a game at Gallatin County was washed out twice last week, first on Thursday and then on Friday), but on Saturday, the Rappites were able to open the home part of their schedule and they rocked, sweeping a doubleheader from visiting Rock Creek 10-0 and 16-4. Both games ended in five innings under the 10-run rule. “We finally got to get a home opener,” coach Jim Little said. “We’ve been able to win a few games here. We’ve won

four out of our last five, so it’s not bad. We’re glad to have a chance at Rock Creek. They’ve got one of the better basketball programs in the state. Baseball’s kind of new to them, but they’re still good athletes and so, I was pleased. We hit the ball well, we pitched well, we were able to win both games in five innings, so that was cool.” Thomas Steagall started the game and was relieved by McDaniel, who went three innings before Hoehn finished up. The Rappites had to adjust to Rock Creek’s slower pitching and that made the opener a little more interesting. In fact, one would not expect a five-inning blowout in the early going, as the two teams were locked in a scoreless duel until the Rappites broke things open in the bottom of the fourth inning, scoring nine runs. The game ended with one out in the bottom of the fifth when Clint Matthews walked, stole second and scored on a single by Steagall. Steagall swung a big stick in the first game, as the freshman outfielder collected two hits and four runs batted in. Kyle Whitmore, Blayne Worman, Kris Scarfia, Levi Hoehn and Andrew McDaniel each had two blows as well. And while the Rappites needed one time through the lineup to solve Rock Creek’s pitcher, the Redbirds couldn’t solve McDaniel at all. The senior hurler threw a one-hitter at Rock Creek with 12 strikeouts. In the second game, New Harmony spotted Rock Creek two runs in the top of the first inning and answered with nine of their own in the bottom of the inning. The visitors got two of those runs back in the top of the

MV High School soccer to hold meeting An informational meeting has been scheduled on May 18, 2011, at 6 p.m. in the Mount Vernon High School Main Gymnasium for all incoming ninth to twelfth grade boys who are interested in trying out for the Mount Vernon High School Boys Soccer Team. Contact Kasia Bell at 812-83859008 or kbellmk01@yahoo.com if you have any questions or if you are unable to attend meeting.

second inning before New Harmony plated seven tallies in the third and fourth frames to put the game away. In the bottom of the third, McDaniel doubled with one out, moved to third on a passed ball and scored on a single by Matthews. The sophomore catcher’s RBI hit was sandwiched between a walk to Whitmore and a hit batsman. A passed ball brought in Whitmore, and then a two-out single by Steagall. New Harmony finished the job offensively with a four-run fifth inning. A walk to Hoehn and singles by Scarfia and Worman loaded the bases to open the Rappite fourth, and then McDaniel unloaded them with a triple. He scored on a wild pitch. Hoehn and Whitmore combined on a four-hitter, while McDaniel had the hot stick, going four-for-four with three runs batted in. Worman had two hits and drove in two runs, while Steagall and Scarfia also had two blows each. Matthews and Dan Tron each had a hit. “Andrew McDaniel, Kris Scarfia and Blayne Worman have each been hitting the ball well to lead the team in the last five games,” Little said. “Thomas Steagall has really hit the ball hard this weekend to break out of his slump and Kyle Whitmore has been consistent in hitting the ball and playing good defense.” Little was also pleased with McDaniel’s efforts on the mound and the calming influence of Matthews behind the plate. The Rappites are now 5-4 and have won four of their last five games. “We haven’t thrown our best lineup at any of our Sectional teams,” Little said. “I’m glad the kids played well and I was glad to see people out here supporting the team.” And the Rappites are 2-0 at home so far this season. Finally. The Rappites outhit Mount Carmel early last week, but too many walks and errors were too much for New Harmony as they were routed by the Golden Aces 13-3 in Illinois. McDaniel homered, while Scarfia added a pair of hits. Elliott Lange had a hit and scored on Matthews’ fly ball. Whitmore also had a hit.

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Lady Vikings steam into final week with three wins, favorable draw

North Poseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Morgan Stierley gives this pitch a ride during recent action at the North Posey softball field. The Lady Vikings enjoyed a 3-0 week. Photo by Dave Pearce

Golf Sectional to be moved to Oak Meadow Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be playing on a different say at a different course when area schools, including the Posey County squads, tee it up for the Evansville Sectional early next month.

The tournament will be played on Monday, June 6, this season, at the Oak Meadow course near McCutchanville, due to wet grounds at Fendrich. The Evansville course has

been severely affected by the flooding which has hit parts of the area over the last few weeks, with much of the course underwater and the fairways full of mud, according to reports.

By Dave Pearce The North Posey Lady Vikings enjoyed a successful week, raising their record to 12-6 with wins over Wood Memorial, Bosse and Pike Central. Appropriately, it was senior night on Wednesday against the Bosse Bulldogs, and it was the seniors who ignited the team in the early-week win over an always-tough Pike Central squad. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kendyl Ahrens really got on in the pike Central game,â&#x20AC;? North Posey Coach Gary Gentil said of the Rend Lake College-bound senior. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She was 3-for-4. She had a double and was driving the ball really well for us.â&#x20AC;? But it was anything but a one-man show as the coach also credited Morgan Stierley with some aggressive at-bats and some aggressive base-running. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Morgan got on and we were really able to get around the bases with her,â&#x20AC;? Gentil said. A steal and a passed ball and she was able to score on a bobbled ball by the pitcher.â&#x20AC;? The win against Pike Central should give the Lady Vikings some confidence heading into the home-stretch. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pike is a really good team and they have played some good teams very good ballgames,â&#x20AC;? Gentil said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They have a pitcher who really places the ball well and moves the ball around. We were able to hit the ball pretty well and we continued to play sound defense.â&#x20AC;? Coming off the big win at Pike Central, the Lady Vikings returned on Wednesday for senior night against a winless Evansville Bosse team. But the highlight of the night was senior pitcher Shelley Schmittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first nohitter. She continues to build on her record of most strikeouts in a career as the season goes along. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She has had a terrific career for us but we had everyone hitting the ball really well for us,â&#x20AC;? Gentil said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But Shelley has worked very hard for this. She has worked for many years and has spent many weekend trips and a pitching coach. It is just a tribute to her that it was something that she really wanted.â&#x20AC;? But on Wednesday, it was more about the focus on the game at hand and what the team had to do. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We came in trying to make sure we are focused on ourselves and not worrying about what anyone else is doing,â&#x20AC;? Gentil explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They did a really nice job on that.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have a lot of respect for Bosseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coach

because he does a really good job with them but the night we played them, we were able to hit the ball really well,â&#x20AC;? Gentil said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There were a lot of runs scored and we were able to get a lot of people into the game.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have spent most of this season just trying to get ourselves into the mode of playing our best ball come post-season time,â&#x20AC;? Gentil said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kendyl has gotten hot and Lisa Garris has been consistent all year for us. I think she is batting about .360 and has a lot of RBIs. And with Shelley pitching the was she has pitched, our seniors have just done a great job for us all year long.â&#x20AC;? The Vikings will head into tournament action at Forest Park a week from today (May 24) with a semi-final match-up against Tell City. That game is slated to begin at 5:30 p.m., Central Standard Time. Mater Dei will face Perry Central in the opening game on Monday and Forest Park will face South Spencer in the second game. The winners of those two games will play the first game on Tuesday, and the winner of that contest will face the winner of the North Posey-Tell City contest on Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. (our time) in the championship. Despite the Viking win over Tell City in the regular season, perhaps Viking upperclassmen will remember a Lady Marksmen squad that they run-ruled 16-0 in the regular season before last only to fall to the Lady Marksmen in the tournament. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tell City has their number one pitcher back so this will be a different Tell City team than the one we played earlier in the year,â&#x20AC;? Gentil said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She held Gibson Southern to five hits. She had elbow surgery in the fall.â&#x20AC;? But Gentil knows his team is capable if they continue to do the things they have done lately and focus on being mentally and physically prepared for the games. After all, the Lady Vikings are the defending sectional and regional softball champions. Softball Sectional #48 at Forest Park: Game 1 - M.D. vs Perry Central - Monday, May 23 - 5:30pm (cst) Game 2 - Forest Park vs South Spencer Monday, May 23 - 7:00pm (cst) Game 3 - winner 1 vs winner 2 - Tuesday, May 24 - 5:30pm (cst) Game 4 - North Posey vs Tell City - Tuesday, May 24 - 7:00pm (cst) Game 5 - Championship game winner 3 vs winner 4 - May 25 - 6:30pm (cst)

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North Posey junior Megan Redman does a piece of hitting, reaching out for a single during one of this weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wins. The Lady Vikings went 3-0 on the week and raised their record to 12-6. Photo by Dave Pearce

Sports Menu Tuesday, May 17 BASEBALL: North Posey at Tecumseh, Mount Vernon at North; SOFTBALL: Princeton At Mount Vernon, North Posey at Southridge; TRACK: North Posey at the Mount Vernon Sectional girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; meet; BOYSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; GOLF: Tecumseh at New Harmony; NORTH POSEY YOUTH BASEBALL: Green vs. Red, Orange vs. Gold (Rookie), Green vs. Blue (Minor). Wednesday, May 18 MOUNT VERNON YOUTH BASEBALL: Harwood at Mount Vernon Two, Mount Vernon One at McCutchanville Three (Pony American), McCutchanville at Mount Vernon (Pony National) , West Terrace Braves at Mount Vernon Two (Mustang); NORTH POSEY VOUTH BASEBALL: Cynthiana vs. Wadesville, Poseyville Red vs. Poseyville Black (Major); YOUTH SOFTBALL: Poseyville Two at Owensville, Poseyville One at Poseyville Two (U-12); SOUTH GIBSON BABE RUTH BASEBALL: Haubstadt Legion at Red, Haubstadt Merchants at Black, Fort Branch VFW at St. Wendel. Thursday, May 19 BASEBALL: Wood Memorial at Mount Vernon; SOFTBALL: Reitz at Mount Vernon, Washington at North Posey; GIRLSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; TENNIS: Mount Vernon Sectional; TRACK: Mount Vernon and North Posey at the Central Sectional boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; meet; NORTH POSEY YOUTH BASEBALL: Blue vs. Green, Gold vs. Red (Rookie), Red vs. Green (Minor). Friday, May 20 BOYSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; GOLF: New Harmony at Mount Vernon; YOUTH SOFTBALL: Westside One at Poseyville One St. Phillips One at Poseyville One (U-10), Poseyville One at Owensville (U-8); MOUNT VERNON YOUTH BASEBALL: Mount Vernon at Golfmoor (Pony National), Mount Vernon One at Mount Vernon Two (Pony American), Mount Vernon Four at Mount Vernon Three, Mount Vernon One at Stringtown One (Mustang).

Saturday, May 21 BASEBALL: North Posey at Martinsville (doubleheader), Shoals at New Harmony (doubleheader), Mount Vernon Invitational; GIRLSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; TENNIS: Mount Vernon Sectional semifinals and championship; BOYSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; GOLF: Mount Vernon at the Washington Invitational; MOUNT VERNON YOUTH BASEBALL: Mount Vernon Four at Stringtown Four (Mustang); YOUTH SOFTBALL: Poseyville Two at Poseyville One (U-8), Poseyville One at Westside, Poseyville Two at Poseyville One (U-12); NORTH POSEY YOUTH BASEBALL: South Terrace vs. Wadesville, Poseyville Black vs. Cynthiana (Major) Green vs. Orange, blue vs. Gold (Rookie), Green vs. Red (Minor); SOUTH GIBSON BABE RUTH BASEBALL: Red at Princeton White, Princeton White at St. Wendel, Oakland City at Black. Sunday, May 22 MOUNT VERNON YOUTH BASEBALL: West Side Independent at Mount Vernon (American Bronco); YOUTH SOFTBALL: Poseyville Two at Poseyville One (U-12). Monday, May 23 SOFTBALL: Class 2A Forest park Sectional, New Harmony at Wood Memorial (Class 1A Sectional); BASEBALL: North Posey at Wood Memorial, Mount Vernon vs. Mater Dei at Bosse Field; MOUNT VERNON YOUTH BASEBALL: Mount Vernon Four at St. Joe (Mustang), Harwood at Mount Vernon (Pony National), McCutchanville Three at Mount Vernon One (Pony American); NORTH POSEY YOUTH BASEBALL: South Terrace vs. Poseyville Red, Wadesville vs. Poseyville Red (Major); YOUTH SOFTBALL: St. Phillips One at Poseyville One, Poseyville Two at Harwood, St. Wendel at Poseyville One (U-12), Poseyville Two at Stringtown Two (U-8); SOUTH GIBSON BABE RUTH BASEBALL: Haubstadt Merchants at St. Wendel, Black at Owensville, Oakland City at Red.

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Lady Rappites claim title in inaugural Rappite Invitational By Steve Joos The New Harmony softball team hosted its first invitational tournament Saturday, and they got to keep the trophy. The Lady Rappites scored four runs in the first inning and came back with another quartet in the bottom of the sixth to clinch a 12-2 win under the 10-run rule over Cannelton to clinch the title after pulling out an 8-7 win over Agape Christian in the first game of the tourney. “I’m happy with them,” coach Jeff Moore said. “We won the first invitational at New Harmony. I thank all the other teams for coming; they all came a long way. I hope they come back again next year.” The team got strong pitching and offenses up and down the lineup as they won two games and raised their record to 7-8 on the season. The difference against the Murphysboro, Ill.-based Christian school in the opener may have come down to which team had the last atbat, Moore said. “Agape played us tough,” Moore said. “I was worried for a while, but we found a way to win.” Kelsey Owen singled and came around on a hit by Madison Worman to score the winning run against Agape Christian. “We played a real good game (in the opener),” Moore said. “Agape played us tough. Weather conditions kind of hurt, but we only had two errors, we had 11 hits, and we did everything we were supposed to, it turned out the right way, we won 8-7. It was a good ball game.” Moore wanted his team to maintain the same attitude they’ve had over the last week, when they won two of their three previous games against Cannelton, and that’s what they did, scoring four runs in the bottom of the first inning and going from there to build an 8-0 lead after three innings. The Lady Bulldogs plated a pair of runs in the top of the

sixth, but New Harmony answered in the bottom of the inning with enough runs to end the game early. Morgan Matthews led off the New Harmony sixth with a double and came around on a pair of ground outs, the last one by Alyssa Scherzinger for the second out of the inning. That’s when the Lady Rappites really went to work, as singles by Hannah Williams and Andrea Smotherman loaded the bases along with a walk to Worman. Holly Walden singled home two runs as Worman went to third and then closed things out by stealing home with Kendall Morris at the plate. New Harmony banged out 12 hits and played error-free ball to clinch the championship. “That was the main thing,” Moore said. “We played an error-less ballgame and if we do that, we’ve got a chance against (Wood Memorial, the team’s first Sectional opponent) if we play errorless ball like we have been.” Smotherman broke out of her slump Saturday with four hits in six trips to the plate. Agape Christian was third in the tourney, while fourth place went to University Christian, a first-year team from New Albany. “We learned to finish tonight.” That was Moore’s reaction to the Lady Rappites’ 9-3 win over vesting Washington Catholic Friday night. New Harmony took an early lead and then held off the Lady Cardinals twice, scoring five runs in the bottom of the sixth inning. “I think they’re learning,” Moore said. “We’ve been pretty hard on them this week in practice and I think they’re finally figuring it out a little bit.” With the Sectional looming, and with New Harmony drawing a Wood Memorial team which no-hit the Lady Rappites in their first meeting, Moore said that his team will definitely need to learn how to finish.

The New Harmony Rappites celebrate the championship of their invitational over the weekend. New Harmony opened a beating out a slow roller off the fielding mishaps. took advantage of three er“We all were pumped up,” rors on one play alone to scoreless tie in the bottom of the glove of the pitcher. She the second inning and then was thrown out at second the coach said. “We were erase a 6-4 New Harmony stretched the lead to 3-0 be- trying to steal, but Williams ready to play.” lead and tie the game. They fore they were forced into a walked ahead of singles by Scherzinger had two hits, pushed across the winning game of cat-and mouse with Smotherman and Brianna as did Morris, Matthews and run in the bottom of the sevthe Lady Cardinals over the Suttles, which loaded the Owen. enth. bases. next two frames. Worman broke out of her The Lady Rappites led for Morris unloaded the bases most of the game last week, slump by collecting two hits, Washington Catholic scored two runs in the top and then she scored when but some fielding miscues in driving in a run and scoring of the fifth; New Harmony Owen’s sharp grounder to the last two innings enabled a run. came back with a run in short was mishandled. A Gallatin County to rally past Moore is hopeful that the bottom of the fifth, only throwing error got Owen to them 7-6, at Junction. his team has started to turn to have the Lady Cardinals third and she scored the last “We hit the ball well,” the corner over the last few strike again in the top of the runs of the inning on a single Moore said. “We got some weeks of the season, adding sixth. by Matthews. good pitching from Morgan that the team should have Well, enough of that, so The team was more ag- Matthews, but we’ve got many more wins, but it took New Harmony erupted for gressive in the field and prac- to stop making errors. You a little time for them to learn five tallies in the bottom of tices a bit before the game can’t give teams extra outs, how to win. the inning. and that may have helped, or they’ll beat you.” If they can keep playing as Morris’ triple was the big Moore added. The team only That’s what happened in well as they were doing over blow in the inning, which committed two errors and its the bottom of the sixth in- the week, good things will started with Scherzinger hitting was able to overcome ning, when the Lady Hawks happen.

Posey County teams to open softball postseason By Steve Joos The Mount Vernon Lady Wildcats will open the Class 3A Boonville Sectional, facing the host Lady Pioneers. The North Posey Lady Vikings will play the same night as Mount Vernon, but they’ll be in the semifinals. And New Harmony will go up against the host team at Wood Memorial. When will they go up against the Lady Trojans? Well, they’ll be earlier than anyone else. The Sectional pairings for softball in the state of Indiana were announced Thursday, with the Lady Cats and Lady Vikings slated for the same night, Tuesday, May 24, and New Harmony opening its postseason on Monday, May 23. The Lady Rappites drew Wood Memorial in the second game of the four-team Class 1A Sectional at Oakland City, and they’ll face off on May 23. The Lady Wildcats will go up against Boonville in the Lady Pioneers’ Class 3A Sectional, while the Lady Vikings

will square off against Tell City in the Class 2A Forest Park Sectional. Memorial and Princeton will square off in the second game at Boonville on May 24, with the winners meeting in semifinal action on May 25. Bosse and Gibson Southern will face off in the second semifinal contest, with the semifinal winners meeting for the title on Thursday, May 26. Sectional play at Ferdinand will get underway on Monday, May 23, with Mater Dei and Perry Central paired in the opener, while the host Lady Rangers take on South Spencer in the nightcap. The May 23 winners will meet in the first semifinal game on May 24, with that winner getting either North Posey or Tell City on May 25. The Wood Memorial Sectional will open with a game between Cannelton and Tecumseh, with the semifinal winners meeting for the championship on Tuesday, May 24.

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Wildcats save the best for last, win one of three during week By Steve Joos The Mount Vernon baseball team struggled in its first two games of the week, but came back to outslug Central. Mount Vernon shook off those two one-sided losses in a big way Thursday, outslugging Central 15-6 at Evansville. Jason Stemple collected three hits, including a double and drove in two runs as four Cats banged out multiple hits in the contest, which saw Mount Vernon unleash a 10-hit barrage. Aaron Choate, River VanZant and Troy Paris each had two hits, with Choate belting his second home run of the year, a solo blast which got the Cats off and running in the top of the first inning. After that, Mount Vernon tacked on three more runs in the second and then four in both the third and fourth to pull away from the Bears. Drake McNamara didn’t get a hit, but he walked three times and scored three runs in the game. Caleb Hames picked up the win at Central. It was a big turnaround from Wednesday, when the Cats dropped a 12-2 decision at Harrison in a game which lasted only five innings under the 10-run rule. Paris and Harris each had two hits, but it wasn’t enough as the Wildcats took a 2-0 lead in the first inning, only to see the Warriors tie the game in the bottom of the first and then break things open with a five-run third inning. Peter Fink was able to stop some of the bleeding, but he walked four and forced in a run while going two innings. Against Jasper earlier in the week, Ross Canada settled down after a rough start and the Cats made things interesting in the late innings. Unfortunately, but then it was a bit late after Jasper plated six runs in the top of the sixth enroute to an 11-5 victory Tuesday night. “A couple of bad plays early got us behind and one bad pitch led to a two-run homer and it was 4-0,” coach Paul Quinzer said. “Ross (Canada) after those first few innings was throwing the ball pretty well. It was a little disappointing when we loaded the bases with nobody out (in the bottom of the second), we had three straight hits and we couldn’t get any runs, but we score a run, and it’s 4-1 going into the sixth. Then we didn’t make the plays. We jog after the ball in center,

Wildcat sophomore River VanZant ends the inning with this diving catch at center field during a recent win over Tecumseh. Photo by Terri Koch we throw the ball around, it was like a circus in the top of the sixth. We give up seven runs and game over.” Tory Hall belted a two-run homer with two out in the top of the third to give Jasper a 4-0 lead. Mount Vernon was able to manufacture a run in the bottom of the fifth when Varner bunted his way on, moved to third on a single by Stemple and scored on Harris’ hit. But then the wheels came off in the top of the sixth. A walk, an error at second base, consecutive doubles by Blake Blessinger, Dane Geisler and Mark Geisler along with fly ball that was misplayed and turned into a single and a pair of passed balls led to five of Jasper’s runs, while an error and wild pitch finally chased Canada. The visitors added another run, which scored off an error and a pair of passed balls in the seventh before Mount Vernon could put something together. With one out in the bottom of the seventh, Stemple was hit by a pitch, Fink and Bo Harris each singled, and then Aaron Roberts was plunked by a pitch to force in one run. Hank Dausmann forced Harris at third, but then McNamara doubled to clear the bases. It was a big rally, but it was a little too late.

Roberts, VanZant and McNamara each singled to open the Mount Vernon second, but Beeson fanned Jevin Redman forced Roberts at the plate and Collin Varner flew to center, ending that threat. “Those come back on you,” Quinzer said. “We had a chip shot at them in the seventh, but you can’t spot a team 10 runs and expect to win.” The coach did feel that his team earned some valuable experience, especially the underclassmen, that should help them down the road. Paris had three hits, while McNamara and Harris each had two, with McNamara collecting a pair of RBI’s. The loss to Jasper followed a recent 13-5 defeat at Vincennes. “When you go to Vincennes, you have to be ready for the circus,” was Quinzer’s only comment about his team’s loss to the Alices. VanZant belted a two-run homer, while Paris doubled and drove in three runs, but it wasn’t enough as the Alices erupted for five runs in the bottom off the first and then tacked on another six in the bottom of the sixth to put the game away. Saturday’s doubleheader at Tell City was rained out.

Viking offense comes alive as Vikes win four with 44 runs By Dave Pearce The importance of good defense cannot be discounted regardless of the sport. And North Posey’s baseball team has been defensively solid all season. However, in this week’s win over Boonville, it could have been the defense that ignited the offense. With the Vikings leading 1-0 heading into the third inning, Boonville’s lead-off man in the top of the third got on and the next batter hit a shot that appeared to be headed right up the middle. However, second-baseman Jared Melliff dived for the ball, came up with the stop, went to his knees and threw to an awaiting shortstop Nick Scheller for the force at second. Scheller then sent a fastball on to first base for the double play and the Vikings fed off the energy. “I would put Jared Melliff and Nick

Scheller up against anybody in the state. There cannot be a better middle infield than those two,” Reid said of the two making the big play. “They both have the skills to play at the next level, maybe not Division I but certainly they can play. They are quality players and are intelligent ballplayers and they both have some range and they are skilled. I have seen Jared make some plays this year, this one tonight and some overthe-shoulder catches. He covers so much ground…he’s just really quick.” They promptly put four runs on the board in the bottom of the inning with the help of a two-run homer by Brandon Spahn. The Pioneers would not go down without a fight, however. In the top of the fourth, Boonville’s Volz answered with a two-run dinger and the Pioneers were right back in the game.

The ball jumps off the bat of North Posey’s K.D. Patton during the win over Boonville last week in Poseyville. Photo by Dave Pearce

But in the bottom of the fourth, the Vikings put three more nails in the coffin as they put three more runs on the board. They held on, behind a strong pitching performance by Colton Martin for the 9-3 win. The nine runs came on 10 hits and one error. Boonville’s runs came on seven hits and two errors. Cooper Martin came in for the save in the seventh inning. But despite the offensive output, Reid still speaks with some apprehension regarding his team. “I hope the guys don’t think I am being negative or that I am never happy but I still feel like we give away some at-bats,” Reid explained. “Our approach is not always where it should be, although to be honest, I think it comes from a little lack of confidence. We need to have a little more swagger and confidence and just know that we are good enough to get the job done in every situation. When they get out of bed in the morning, they should be thinking that the opponent for that day is coming into a bees nest.” Reid said that Boonville has a couple of quality wins so far this season but they have also struggled throughout a large portion of the season. But despite the apparent lack of confidence, the Viking offense appears to be blooming at just the right time. Besides the nine runs against Boonville, they put 12 runs on the board on 12 hits during a twohitter against Gibson Southern pitched by Nick Scheller earlier in the week. Scheller added a home run to his team-leading batting average during that contest. Freshman Ryan Gish is becoming a better catcher each outing, according to his coach. The lanky youngster has shown coachability as well as some leadership qualities. “He has become a little more vocal which is what I have asked him to do,” Reid said. “And, he doesn’t swing the bat too awfully bad. We may or may not continue to DH for him. But Ryan has a chance, if he works at it, has a chance to be a pretty good catcher.” The week’s first win, also a conference win (along with the Gibson Southern game)

also came about thanks to the team’s offense as the Vikings had 17 runs on 14 hits as K.D. Patton and Brandon Spahn combined for a two-hitter against the Chargers. The Chargers did themselves no favors as they committed three errors. “K.D. is an athletic kid,” Reid said. “He has a strong arm. He is just a good high school athlete and we have a lot of good high school athletes on this team. I wish we would just take some swagger to the plate and just punish the baseball to a much higher level and with more consistency.” The win over Pike Central did not come unexpectedly to Reid. “Pike is down this year and we really did pretty much what we should have done against them,” North Posey Coach Scott Reid said. “We hit the ball very well up there and K.D. threw well. He gave up only one hit but it just happened to be a two-run home run. The batter before got on because of an error prior to that.” The Vikings finished an excellent week by putting six runs on the board against Evansville Memorial on Saturday but it wasn’t enough as the Tigers were able to plate nine runs for the win. Shane Neumann and Cooper Martin pitched for the Vikings in the contest. “We hit the heck out of the ball even against Memorial,” Reid said. “We didn’t pitch particularly well. We also made a few mistakes on the bases and defensively, that hurt us.” The Vikings actually outhit the Tigers 16-12 but managed to plate only six runs. North Posey’s three errors helped contribute to their only loss of the week. But overall, Reid’s goal of having the team playing it’s best baseball going into the post season may be coming to fruition as a 4-1 week raised the team’s record to 11-8. The team remains 5-3 in the Pocket Athletic Conference. “I just feel that if we are going to be able to beat the upper echelon, we are going to have to find a way to be a little more consistent and intense for seven innings of baseball,” Reid said. “We just have too many lapses.”

It was either a shut out or a close one for the North Posey girls’ tennis team last week. There was nothing in between. But that’s how it goes as the Lady Vikings all but wrapped up a successful regular season. The Lady Vikings took a 10-3 dual meet record into Monday’s regular season finale at South Knox after whitewashing Heritage Hills 5-0 Thursday. Wendi Simpson and Kendall Reidford got a scare in their first game at first doubles, but they were able to overcome Jenna Gogel and Megan Byers 6-4, 6-1. The top two singles spots were also slightly competitive, with Meagan Durcholz and Nichole Perry dispatching their respective foes (Rachel Drach and Bridget Butler) by 6-1, 6-2 decisions. Ackerman beat Allison Barron 6-0, 6-0 in straight sets at third singles, while Katelyn Esche and Lindsay Droege were 6-1, 6-0 winners over Alyssa Begle and Sam Schwindel at second doubles. The reserves raised their record to 11-0 entering the finale by blanking the Lady Patriots 4-0. Catch Brandon Barrett did a lot of mixing and matching last week as North Posey prepared for the postseason, slotting his usual starting lineup in a number of different spots. After a pair of easier than they looked 3-2 wins over Wood Memorial and Tecumseh, the Lady Vikings basically blew away homestanding Bosse 5-0 Wednesday night. Doubles specialist Wendi Simpson needed three sets to handle the Lady Bulldogs’ Amy Stucker, winning 6-2, 5-7, 7-5 at first singles, with the rest of the Lady Vikings dominated.

Reidford topped Katie Morris 6-1, 6-0 at second singles, while 6-0, 6-0 was the order of the day for the rest of the spots. Droege whitewashed Skylar’ Ratliff at third singles, Esche and Perry blanked Leticia Hernandez and Cassie Pollard at first doubles and Durcholz and Natalie Thomas wiped out Shauna Purdy and Calista Bolin at second doubles. Against Tecumseh, the two teams split singles and first doubles, while a forfeit at second doubles gave the match to Esche and Droege and the meet to North Posey. Perry was a 6-2, 6-1 winner over Kaylee Hill at third singles, while Simpson and Reidford claimed first doubles with a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Hayley Shawhan and Katie Powell, the Lady Braves captured both first and second singles, as Lori Robb took a 7-6(4), 6-2 tiebreaker over Thomas at first singles and Hailey Menke was a 6-0, 6-0 winner over Durchholz. The Lady Vikings took the reserve meet 2-0. North Posey followed the same formula against Wood Memorial, as Perry and the doubles teams won their matches while Wood took the first two singles positions. Perry defeated Cydney Eaton 6-1, 6-1 while Simpson and Reidford took down Samantha Hieronymus and Sara Hornby 6-0, 6-0 at first doules. Esche and Droege were 6-2, 6-2 winners over Shelby McGregor and Rebecca Mullen at second doubles, but Durchholz lost in three sets to Sierra Youngblood at second singles 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, and Sonja Cox dispatched Thomas 6-3, 6-2. North Posey blanked the Lady Trojans 4-0 in the reserve meet. Saturday’s North Posey Invitational tournament was called off due to the weather and will not be made up.

Arena Lady Wildcats endure tough week The Mount Vernon softball team was a group of road warriors last week, but they had a rough road to hoe, especially when it wound through Evansville. The Lady Wildcats went 0-2 at Saturday’s Central Invitational tournament, losing 12-1 to the hosts and 15-10 to Forest Park in the consolation game. The Lady Cats were held to three hits and committed five errors in their loss to the Lady Bears. Central plated four runs each in both the second and third innings enroute to the win. In the second game, 11 hits weren’t enough as Lady Rangers struck for 10 runs in the second inning and went from there to hold off Mount Vernon. The week started off well for the Lady Cats when they crossed the Wabash Wednesday to play at Carmi, winning 9-3. Madison Denning took over for Mackenzie Stratton in the second inning after the Lady Bulldogs took a 3-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning. Dennis shut down Carmi over the last five innings, while the Lady Cats took command of the game by scoring all of their runs over the middle three frames, plating five in the too of the fifth. Brittany Wilson’s two-run homer in the top of the sixth closed out the scoring for Mount Vernon.

Lady Wildcats on holding pattern Win one, lose one. That seemed to be the Mount Vernon girls’ tennis team’s motto for their dual meets last week, as they lost 3-2 to Castle on Tuesday and then came Thursday with a

3-2 win over visiting North. Clare Schoreder fought back from a firstset loss to claim a 2-6, 6-3, 6-4 win over Angie Qualls to push the Lady Cats past the Lady Huskies. This time, it was a sweep of the singles spots which spelled victory for Mount Vernon. Jenna Reidford needed a 9-7 tiebreaker in the second set to win her match over Haley Jones 6-1, 7-6 (9-7) while Sara O’Neal held off Laurie Arthur 7-5, 6-1 at second singles. The Lady Huskies posted their wins in the doubles, as Hayley Salaman and Audrey Summers dropped a 7-5, 7-5 decision to Hannah Draper and Tessa Draper at first doubles, while Ashley Knight and Paige Knowles fell to Jamie Powless and Andrea Smith 7-5, 6-1 at second doubles. The two reserve teams played to a 2-2 tie. Of course, second singles was once again money for Mount Vernon, as Reidford dispatched Castle’s Cory Odom 6-2, 6-3. Mount Vernon also took first doubles, with 6-2, 6-3 the score as Salaman and Summers took down Morgan Mannoser and Hannah Klipsch. At first singles and second doubles, the Lady Cats didn’t go down without a fight, as Rachel Bottroff needed a first-set tiebreaker enroute to a 7-6, 6-3 win over Schroeder at first singles and the Castle duo of Jordyn Brown and Julia Dayton went an extra game in the first set before topping Knight and Knowles 7-5, 6-0. Third singles was also competitive, as Ashley Sneed was a 6-4, 6-1 winner over O’Neil.

Lady Vikings continue to roll

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Mount Carmel, Wildcat Sheffer, run away with Big Eight titles

Alex Wade gets out of the fairway but bridge. Photo by Dave Pearce By Steve Joos Mount Carmel won the Illinois state boys’ golf championship, which was decided in the fall. Jasper reached the Indiana state meet last year. They were the best in the Big Eight Conference, and it showed when the league went to Christmas Lake Saturday for the conference meet. But Kyle Sheffer was the best individual. And the Mount Vernon Wildcats were the best of the rest. Led by overall medalist Kyle Sheffer, the Cats registered a score of 317, 15 strokes in back of Jasper (302) and even further behind the Aces, who shot a 297 to win the meet. Sheffer shot a 70 in the meet, firing a 34 on the front side and then carding a 36 on the back nine. “The kids played well,” coach Doug Blair said. “This was the first time many of them had played Christmas Lake, so we were a bit unfamiliar with it. Kyle Sheffer and Sam Key had played the course, and they were a little bit more familiar with it. They both stepped up and did a good job today.” Both seniors earned all-conference spots.

Andrew Higgins of Mount Vernon chips the golf ball back to the green on the beautiful lakeside course at Western Hills Country Club. Photo by Dave Koch The Cats are angling for a third place finish The Cats finished second in a triangular and a Regional berth at the Sectional, since meet at McDonald Tuesday with 161 strokes, Memorial and Harrison will be most likely to wedged between two Evansville schools, take the top two spots. Harrison (136) and Bosse (179). The Sectional has a “big two”? Sheffer shot a 37 to pace Mount Vernon, Hmmmm. while Key added a 39, but neither one of the Just like the Big Eight Conference. Wildcats’ top two scores would have been The Cats nipped Vincennes 317-318 for enough to have broken into the Harrison top third place, with Princeton (344) a distant five. fifth. Boonville (348) and Washington (353) The Warriors’ Alex Turner took medalrounded out the field. ist honors with a 32, followd by Sean Stone The Wildcats won a triangular with South with a 34. Jordan Wildt and Tanner Mandel Spencer and Boonville Thursday at the Boon- each carded 35s, two strokes ahead of Shefville Golf Club. fer. Grant (42) and Higgins (43) rounded out Mount Vernon shot a 153, compared to the Wildcats’ foursome. saves a par during a recent match at Cam- a 166 for the Rebels and a 199 for the PioLangdon Wagner’s 43 led Bosse. neers. Higgins carded a 46 against the Rebels and Three more Cats broke 40 at Boonville, Pioneers, while Todd Sheffer registered a 55. The wet conditions Saturday forced golfers to play the ball down and that meant some- paced by Grant’s 35. Key carded a 36 and Against the Warriors and Bulldogs, Reinitz times they were unlucky on where the ball Kyle Sheffer a 37, while Reinitz rounded out turned in a 44 and Jordan Wheatcroft registered a 47. might lay. As a result, some scores weren’t the foursome with a 45. Those three Cats were ahead of all the It was erroneously reported in last week’s the best. Key finished with a 77 (38-39), while golfers for the other two teams, as Samuel story that Reinitz shot a 93 at the Warrick Trevor Grant added an 81 (40-41), Joe Re- Hays paced South Spencer with a 40 and Ben County Invitational meet, when he actually carded a 91. initz an 89 (48-41) and Andrew Higgins a 91 Broadhead was the top Pioneer with a 43. (43-48). Grant has some trouble with his short game, while Reinitz was able to pick things up on the back side, unlike the rest of the team. Higgins also struggled with his short game, Blair added. The coach said that playing at Christmas Lake should help the Cats with this year’s relocated Sectional, since the Santa Claus course is similar to Oak Meadow, this year’s Sectional site. Blair is concerned about his fourth and fifth golfers and would like to see more consistency from those spots as well. “The 4-5 guys will be important in the Sectional,” he said. “The kids are working hard, and I hope we can stay together for a few more weeks.”

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YOUNG ADULT SPECIALIST/BOOKMOBILE ASSISTANT Description: This is a full-time position, responsible for the coordination of services for our teen customers and providing assistance to our Bookmobile Coordinator. Major responsibilities include collection development of young adult print and non-print materials; assisting young adult patrons in the use of the library; supervision and development of the teen advisory board; supervision of the library’s Teen Space Facebook page; development and coordination of young adult programs and activities; working regularly scheduled hours on the bookmobile as well as serving as a back-up driver and assisting the Bookmobile Coordinator with other duties as needed. Qualifications: Preference given to individuals with a BA/BS degree and appropriate library work and/or experience working with teens. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma with well-developed clerical, organizational, and computer skills. Must have great customer service skills, be self-motivated, able to foster relationships with community schools and/or other youth groups, be dependable and responsible, have a valid driver’s license, and able to work a flexible schedule of evening and weekend hours. Anticipated starting date for this position is July 18, 2011. Starting wage: $10.32 per hour. Contact: Send cover letter, resume, and three professional references to: Marissa Priddis, Director, Alexandrian Public Library, 115 W. Fifth St., Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 5/24

A person to work in building construction and remodeling in and around New Harmony. Call for an interview at 812499-6958. 5/17 Now Hiring: Loader position in Mt Vernon, IN. (CDL REQUIRED) Driver position also available. (CDL & good driving record required). Contact Tom or Brian 812-4535454/812-453-1848 5/17 Dietary Position. A full time position exists for a Dietary Cook/Aide. Hours noon to 8:30pm. Apply in person: New Harmonie Healthcare Center. No phone calls please. EOE 5/17

Consolidated Grain and Barge Co 2781 Bluff Road, Mount Vernon, IN 47620 OPERATIONS Offering Competitive wages, Family Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Plan, Vacation and Incentives. SEND RESUME TO: Consolidated Grain and Barge P.O. Box 289 Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 Attn: Human Resource Consolidated Grain and Barge is an Equal Opportunity Employer

THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN INDIANA seeks to fill the following positions. For more information on these positions and others, including how to apply, please visit our website at www.usi.edu/hr, or call the USI Employment Information Line at 812-465-7117. Custodial Services Supervisor Responsibilities generally include scheduling, directing and overseeing custodial cleaning and housekeeping work by directly supervising lead custodial workers and custodial works assigned to areas of responsibility during third shift (Sunday-Thursday 10 pm- 6am). High school diploma/GED and a minimum of two years supervisory experience required. Knowledge of custodial methods/techniques and equipment preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills, time management skills and ability to work independently required. Custodial Worker Responsible for general housekeeping duties at the New Harmony Theatre. Seasonal position will work approximately 20 hours a week from May 31st thru August 12th. Standard work days and time may vary due to performance schedule. High school diploma/ GED required; ability to work with limited supervision and reliable transportation are required; general housekeeping experience preferred. Applications accepted in the Human Resources Department, Room 166, Wright Administration Building, or online at www.usi.edu/supportjobs. The University of Southern Indiana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. 5/24

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330 SUNSET DRIVE Mt. Vernon ~ $173,900 • 3 br split design, new construction 2008 • Fam rm, Din rm, kit w/brkfst nook, 1/2 bsmt • Master bath with whirlpool & a shower Call Linda Dickens @ 455-1490 Sunday, May 22 ~ 3:45-4:45pm Open e s u Ho

2009 GREENBRIER 1633 HAWTHORNE Mt. Vernon ~ $194,900 Mt. Vernon ~ $214,900 • 3 lg BR, 2 1/2 BA, over 2400 sq ft • Remod 3 br, 3 ba, 2379 sq ft brick ranch • Kit w/Corian counters, all appliances • Full walk-out bsmt, 2 1/2 car gar, lg yard • 2 1/2 car gar, corner lot, landscaped • New fls, kit, baths, windows, hvac & roof Call Michelle Hudson Call Michelle Hudson @ 457-4928 @ 457-4928 Reduced

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626 MULBERRY 1000 PLEASANT VALLEY DR Mt. Vernon ~ $94,900 Mt. Vernon ~ $179,900 • Brick, main floor 5 br, 2 1/2 ba, kit w/bar • Well maintained home in historic district • Din & fam rm, downstairs has 2 br, full ba • 3 br, 2 ba, liv & din rms, updated kitchen • 2 1/2 car garage, basement, fenced yard • View of WHCC 7th green, must see! Call Michelle Hudson Call Linda Dickens @ 457-4928 @ 455-1490 New Listing

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5331 CUMBERLAND CT. 453 SOUTHWIND AVE. Mt. Vernon ~ $399,900 Mt. Vernon ~ $93,500 • 5 br, 3 1/2 ba brick home w/3125 sq ft • Well kept 3 br, 1 ba, brick home • 3 1/2 car gar, walk-out bsmt w/620 sq ft fin • Corner lot, 1 year Home Warranty • Custom features & remodeled throughout • New paint and carpet in 2010 Call Michelle Hudson Call Loretta Englebright @ 457-4928 @ 431-8458

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1709 GREENBRIER DR Mt. Vernon ~ $224,900 * One owner, custom built brick home *3 br, 3 ba, kit w/island, breakfast nook *Landscaped w/sprinkler/drip system Call Linda Dickens @ 455-1490 New Listing

1926 MACKEY FERRY RD. Mt. Vernon ~ $62,900 • Great country home on .45 acre lot • 2-3 br, 2 ba, eat-in kitchen • Loads of cabinets/storage, att. garage Call Monica @ 457-9993

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4110 BLACKFORD ROAD 745 SMITH ROAD Mt. Vernon ~ $189,900 Mt. Vernon ~ $115,900 • Brick ranch 4 bedroom, 2 bath • Near country club golf course & park • 3.56 acre lot, shared lake • Brick ranch, 3-4 br/2 full ba, fam rm • Full walk-out basement w/fam room • Full bsmt, 2 1/2 car gar, Home Warranty Call Linda Dickens Call Delene Schmitz @ 455-1490 @ 483-0785

421 E. 3RD STREET Mt. Vernon ~ $68,500 • 1577 sq ft, 3 br, 1 1/2 ba, 2.5 car garage • Elevated ceilings, transoms, wood flr • Large open kit, remodeled BA & more! Call Julia Vantlin @ 455-0461

105 LAWRENCE DRIVE 3687 N. CABORN ROAD Mt. Vernon ~ $92,500 Mt. Vernon ~ $179,900 • Office Property! Large corner lot • Country! Brick ranch, 3-5 br, 3 ba • Brick bldg, great location & condition • Finished bsmt with family room • 2 1/2 car garage & Buyers Home Warranty • Plenty of parking spaces available. Call Delene Schmitz Call Delene Schmitz @ 483-0785 @ 483-0785

CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE GREAT PROPERTIES! 1800 West Summit.............$419,900. .2.2 acres, 18x36 pool! 421 West 2nd Street............$49,900. .4 br, 1 ba, 2176 sq ft 423 West 8th Street.............$46,900. .2 br, 1 ba, 972 sq ft 227 Pearl................................$44,900. .3 br, 1 ba, 1210 sq ft 428 E 4th Street..................$155,000. .Great corner business location 165 N Cale, Poseyville. . . . . . .$149,000. .One owner brick ranch

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600 Hwy 62 W.....................$134,900. .Brick home on 2.84 acres 7510 Indian Mound Road. $122,900. .5 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath on 3 acres 624 E South Street...............$89,900. .Historic New Harmony 212 N Main Street................$75,900. .Apartment/business/warehouse 714 West 2nd Street............$39,900. .Two story commercial building 1102/1104 Locust Street. . . . .$18,900. .Duplex – 2 br, 1 ba each side

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BUSINESS for Sale CURVES FITNESS CENTER MOUNT VERNON for sale. 812-838-0999. All offers considered. 5/31

LOST and FOUND Dear Residents, We have lost our SWANS that were on the lake behind the New Harmony Inn. They may have got on the Wabash River when the water was up. No one has seen them. Please contact us if you have any information regarding these swan. The staff of The New Harmony Inn 1-800-782-8605

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LARGE ESTATE AUCTION

Real Estate FOR SALE 131 N CALE ST.  POSEYVILLE Unique four bedroom home with a lot of history in Poseyville. Built in 1950 this house has a great view of the professionally landscaped and fenced back yard from a beautiful sunroom. Kitchen includes plenty of room to work with double oven, electric rangetop, fridge, & plentiful cabinet space. Basement also includes secondary kitchen, living room with fireplace, and extra shower. 2 Bedrooms on the main floor and additional 2 bedrooms upstairs with bonus closet space. New roof and dual high efficiency heat and air system. This home is move-in ready and available for immediate possession. Call Andy 449-8444

ST. PHILLIPS AREA Great country home with almost 3000 sq ft of living space in this wonderful country setting surrounded by farm fields. Home boasts 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a large greatroom, sunroom/sitting room, unfinished basement, detached block garage, above ground pool with mountains free deck, hardwood floors. Really its too much to list. Come out and see it all for yourself. $235,000 Call Andy 449-8444

CHURCH ST. POSEYVILLE 2 Bedroom 1 bath home with over 1000 sq ft on a large 97x175 lot on a quaint street in Poseyville just blocks from Main St. House has full unfinished basement and attached carport on the rear of home. House has replacement windows, high efficiency heat and air, newer kitchen cabinetry, remodeled bathroom etc. $64,900. Call Andy 449-8444

170 N NIX AVE  POSEYVILLE Brick home with four bedrooms. Home is located on a quiet dead-end street in the newer part of Poseyville. The lot is flat and provides plenty of potential for outdoor activities. This is a great affordable family home with a lot of living space including a large great-room and eat-in kitchen. Furnace and A/C new in 2003. Only $99,000. Call Randy at 985-9072

87 W MAIN ST.  POSEYVILLE LOOK OUT: TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE! Bank Owned home to be sold as is. 30’x24’ like new detached garage. 35’ x 14’ concrete patio. Some replacement windows. ONLY $25,000. Call Tony 457-2643

AUCTION LOCATION: 3400 Vines Rd in MT. VERNON, IN (SAVAH) Directions to 3400 Vines Rd – From Evansville, go West on the Lloyd Expressway (62) towards Mt Vernon, turn right on the William Keck Bypass, then right on 69. At Farmersville Elementary School, turn left on Rippey, then right on Base to left on Copperline. Then go right on Lower New Harmony to Savah Rd to left on Vine. Watch for signs. Auctioneers Note: This huge Estate auction will offer something for everyone! We will be selling personal property in two separate auction rings. Both properties will be offered at 6:00 PM from Vines Rd. Please make your plans now to attend! PERSONAL PROPERTY: Tractors: Ford 2000 diesel w/ 2,100 hrs, 7 spd transmission w/ high & low range, 3 pt, PTO; 9N Ford with 3 pt and PTO Mowers, Equipment, Tools & Misc: Woods RM372 finishing mower; Bush Hog rotary mower w/3pt; 6’ grader blade w/3pt; small single axle trailer; Eaton TXL 50 four wheeler; Husqvarna Mod YTH2148 lawn tractor w/21 hp, hydrostat, 517 hrs; Craftsman 15.5 hp, 42” cut riding mower; older JD riding mower; gas powered snow blower; 5 hp gas chipper/shredder; gas engine transfer pump; high wheel SP mower; high wheel weed trimmer; yard cart w/dump bed; small rubber tire trailer; garden tiller; battery operated weed sprayer; 2 ton cherry picker; chain saws; parts washer; 3 hp air compressor; Greenlee hand band saw; scroll saw; 10” bench saw; drill press; several tool boxes & benches filled with hand tools incl Craftsman; DE grinder; several large vises; Skilsaw miter saw; battery charger; yard tools; 4” wet diamond tile saw; belt sander; & much more! Fishing Equipment: Jon boat, 12’ +/-; trolling motor; 150+/- fishing rods & reels of all types and brands; 20+/- tackle boxes with lures of all types and ages; Other Collectibles, Hot tub, Household Furnishings & Misc SHOWING: Both properties will be available for viewing SUNDAY, MAY 15th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. TERMS: No Buyer’s Premium! A 5% deposit will be required on the real estate from all winning bidders at time of auction. The balance will be due & payable at within 60 days, or as soon as possible following the completion of any necessary survey work.. The properties are selling on an “as-is” basis and subject to approval of the Estate. Seller: Delbert Hill Estate PLEASE CALL OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATON

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Furniture for Sale Twin Bed with optional canopy, chest and nightstand. Light oak finish. Excellent cond. $175. 1-812673-4940 5/17 2 2Pc QUEEN PILLOW TOP mattress set. Never Used. In m pplastic $139 Sacrifice 8125598-3268

There is plenty of room to grow with this older home. 2 bedrooms on the main floor and 1 full bath that was new in 06’. Also new in 06’ is the laundry room which includes Fahrenbacher cabinets. The upstairs is not finished and is not included in the square footage. A lot of work has already been put into this home. A/C, Furnace, duct work& water heater all new in 03’. A new roof was put on in 04’. The windows, siding, and exterior work was done in 05’. This home is all electric. Also included with the home is a 10’ x 12’ yard barn and an enclosed 256 sq. ft. front porch. The basement is mostly unfinished and has been waterproofed. $68,000 Call Randy 985-9072

7925 PETERS RD WADESVILLE Very nice country home on 3 acres with a pole barn. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, Dining area, Den/Office, and all appliances included. Master bath offers a Garden Tub and separate shower with a double vanity. House is all electric with a wood fireplace in the livingroom. Pole barn has electric and has plumbing for a bathroom. This property is perfect for horses, riding ATV’s, or just enjoying the outdoors. Only $110,900 Call Randy at 985-9072

Andy Rudolph Tri County Realty 1-812-449-8444 1-812-426-1426

Buying Vehicles

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55 S CHURCH ST.  POSEYVILLE

966 Hwy 66, New Harmony IN Saturday, May 21 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM Housewares, clothing, furniture, baby clothing, etc.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 25th at 2:00 PM 3400 VINES RD-MT VERNON, IN (SAVAH) BEAUTIFUL 22+/- ACRES w/BRICK RANCHPOLE BARN & LAKE OFFERED in 3 TRACTS & COMBINATIONS; ALSO, 817 W 8th ST-MT VERNON NICE STARTER/INVESTMENT HOME TRACTORS-MOWERS-TOOLS-HUGE SELECTION OF FISHING EQUIP-COLLECTIBLES-HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS & MUCH MORE!

Last Weeks Solution

HOME FOR SALE 60 x 28 - 3 bedrooms - 2 bath - 1456 square feet. $32,000. Remove from lot. Call 874-2418

SEVERAL FAMILY YARD SALE

CLUES ACROSS Steady 7. Rural Free Delivery (abbr.) 10. Intended to assist memory 12. Indian frock 13. Salt treatment 14. Clear wrap 15. Pop singer Springfield 16. Horse fly 17. Rock TV channel 18. Picasso’s mistress 19. Ooze out 21. The last part of anything 22. Exchange 27. 39th state 28. Word of many parts 33. Bleak House author’s initials 34. Idol worshiper 36. 21st Greek letter 37. Mama’s partner 38. Most important 39. Jar cover 40. Comportment 41. Drop behind 44. Russian prison camp

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45. Betrothal 48. Actor Ladd 49. Pasta flour 50. Big London clock 51. Fingerless glove CLUES DOWN 1. Bunks 2. Utter sounds 3. Teapot warmer

4. Black tropical Am. cuckoo 5. Memorial architect Maya 6. Microgram 7. More uncommon 8. Hand grenade 9. Blare 10. Non-presidential elec-

tions 11. New (French) 12. Dish of raw vegetables 14. A disgraceful event 17. 7th zone W. of Greenwich 18. _____ Park: 94025 20. Poundal (abbr.) 23. Print made from an engraving 24. Av_____g: shunning 25. Foreign Service 26. So you know (abbr.) 29. Libyan dinar 30. Not good 31. A citizen of Italy 32. Diacritical mark 35. Radioactivity unit 36. Encomium 38. Lombardy capital 40. Backless slipper 41. Honk 42. What a monarch does 43. 7th Hindu month 44. Talk 45. Energy Saving Module (abbr.) 46. Type of whale 47. Payment

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Presenting the 2011 Tomorrow’s Leaders

Bell, Austin

Byerly; Nathanael, Jacob and Chase

Head, Eli and Kyle

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Lyons; Rees, Graeson and Rylon

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Williams, Alivia and Abigail

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are among the more lucrative at around $57,000. * Communications: These majors are often in competition with English majors for the same jobs, which can include interpreting visual and verbal messages, advertising, journalism, public relations, and speech writing. Salaries may start around $31,000. * Criminal Justice: These

graduates have a number of options at their disposal, but tend to gravitate to law enforcement. Government jobs can be stable and lucrative, and a good option for criminal justice majors. Starting salaries average about $38,000. * Elementary education: Education is one of the few careers that continues to grow and provide good options for appli-

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age. Corporate office is requesting an officer’s report— Middle Mount Vernon Road, Mount Vernon 5:44 p.m.—Extra Patrol— Helicopter will be sitting there all night. Will be spraying wheat with it. Just wants extra patrol in the area so no one bothers it—St. Wendel Co-op, Wadesville May 4 12:39 a.m.—Car/Deer— Caller advised she hit a deer. Caller believes she has more than $1,000 damage—hwy 66, Wadesville 4:13 a.m.—Reckless— Caller has been following a semi. Has been all over the roadway, possible sleepy driver—I 64, Griffin 4:50 a.m.—Suspicious— Out on foot in the area— Grandview Drive, Evansville 7:15 a.m.—Accident—twovehicle, no injury—Haines/ Donner Road, Wadesville 10:53 a.m.—Vandalism— Advised someone knocked out windows of home. Advised has a witness. Caller called back and advised the subject stated he would replace everything. Advised he no longer wants to press charges—Elk Trail, Evansville 4:07 p.m.—Road Hazard— Someone has moved the high water sign out of the roadway and into the weeds where it is difficult to see. Vehicles are driving through the area, some recklessly. The road is supposed to be closed to all nonresidents—Bald Knob and Mackey Ferry Road, Mount Vernon 4:32 p.m.—Miscellaneous—Semi truck advised the doors on the semi is not closed. When the wind catches the doors they fly open into both lanes of traffic—I 64, Griffin 4:37 p.m.—Accident—One vehicle, hit a tree, does not want medical attention. Vehicle went into a ditch. Dodge, dark green Stratus—Upper Mount Vernon Road, Mount Vernon 5:20 p.m.—Litter/Dumping—Witnessed a vehicle dropping a mattress off. Orangish gold colored Ranger—Broadway Universal Salvage, Evansville 6:53 p.m.—Fight—Just off the highway, several subjects fighting. Verbal only at this time—Herman Island Road, Wadesville 6:30 p.m.—Suspicious— North side of the road, just east of empty house, large LP tanks laying in a ditch. Looks like the top of it has been tampered with—Lower Mount Vernon Road, Mount Vernon 2:22 p.m.—Missing Person—Female subject missing since Monday. White female, brown hair, 5’6”, hazel eyes— Cameron Road, Mount Vernon 3:20 p.m.—Car/Deer—No injury—Hwy 62, Mount Vernon 3:23 p.m.—Shots Fired— Has heard several gun shots— Twin Lakes Mobile Home Park, Evansville 5:54 p.m.—Car/Deer— Over $1,000 of damage, white Toyota Camry—Hwy 66, city not listed 7:29 p.m.—ATV—Advised they have knocked a high water sign completely over and turned the other one around where no one can see it. Last seen south on Davis Road —Davis and Meinschein, Mount Vernon 7:33 p.m.—ATV—Couple of subjects out riding a dirt bike and two ATVs. Subjects are driving very recklessly and there are children in the area— Upton Road, Mount Vernon 9:07 p.m.—Information— Vehicle sitting on Schuessler by Elk Trail—Evansville 9:22 p.m.—Extra Patrol— Would like extra patrol. Male subject followed his mother in the driveway, advised he was looking for caller’s father and advised he would be back. No one knows who this male subject is. Advised the plates were covered up with dirt. Skinny male with full beard,

approximately 180 pounds, white male, scruffy looking— Vienna Road, city not listed 10:15 p.m.—Suspicious— Subjects running around in woods with flashlights. Pickup truck in the area—Goodman and Old Evansville Roads, Mount Vernon 10:30 p.m.—Abandoned Vehicle—Team lead would like an officer to meet them in reference to abandoned vehicle to see what is going on with the vehicle. Illinois plate—Sabic, Mount Vernon 10:57 p.m.—Suspicious— Out with two vehicles—Hwy 66 and Hwy 69, New Harmony May 6 1:40 a.m.—Accident—Vehicle went off of the roadway in front of the caller. Went into the median. Believes they need help. Caller didn’t stop—I 64, Griffin 7:58 p.m.—VIN Inspection—Ford truck—Blackford Road, Mount Vernon 10:45 a.m.—VIN Inspection—2006 Ford Mustang— Main, Griffin 11:20 a.m.—Theft—Caller advised high water sign Is missing—Gun Club and Darnell roads, Mount Vernon 1:49 p.m.—VIN Inspection—2005 trailer—Barter, Mount Vernon 4:09 p.m.—Medical— Graddy Road, Mount Vernon 5:17 p.m.—VIN Inspection—Honda car—Black Chapel Road, Poseyville 6:30 p.m.—VIN Inspection—Horse trailer—Main St, Stewartsville 10:19 p.m.—Accident—1 vehicle. Advised she has hit something, unsure of what it is. Advised it was not a deer. Over $1,000 of damage— Hwy 62, Mount Vernon 10:28 p.m.—Breaking and Entering—Advised vehicle was broken into in parking lot next to Gate 9. Advised unsure if anything is missing—Sabic, Mount Vernon May 7 12:11 p.m.—Alarm—Burglar alarm—Busler’s, Evansville 11:47 a.m.—Road Hazard—White vehicle going wrong direction—Hwy 62, Mount Vernon 12:50 p.m.—Traffic Offense—Wants area checked for various vehicles and ATV speeding on the road—Blackford Road, Mount Vernon 3:35 p.m.—VIN Inspection—Horse trailer—West St, Poseyville 4:35 p.m.—Harassment— Mother and father are having a dispute. Mother has slapped father twice—Poseyville Gas Station, Poseyville 4:51 p.m.—Family Fight—Advised 49-yearold son is tearing house up and screaming. Request law enforcement—Denzer Road, Evansville 5:42 p.m.—Reckless—Navy blue Dodge Durango, no plate information, almost hit a motorcycle—165, Wadesville 7:47 p.m.—Breaking and Entering—Caller request an officer to standby why she goes into her deceased exhusband’s home. Advised she needs articles from inside. Also requesting a fingerprint kit—Gumble Road, Evansville 8:39 p.m.—Welfare Check—Check welfare, maroon Grand Marquis—Walker Road, New Harmony 9:26 p.m.—Family Fight— Caller advised he is having a verbal argument with his wife. Advised she has slapped him twice—Elk Trail, Evansville May 8 12:09 a.m.—Motorist Assist—Caller advised he’s a truck driver and there is a female by herself on the shoulder in a Cadillac. The front end is steaming and she has her hazards on. He advised there is a van backed up to her but he wanted to make sure that she’s OK but couldn’t stop—I 64, Poseyville 12:55 a.m.—Reckless— White, newer model GMC extended cab pickup, driv-

ing approximately 20 mph and swerving all over the roadway—Hwy 69, Mount Vernon 4:32 a.m.—Information— Out with vehicle at Marrs School—Mount Vernon 8:18 a.m.—Extra Patrol— Caller advised she is moving next week and thinks people are messing with her house. She advised she had one wheat penny in a collection of pennies beside her bed. She advised the next morning she looked and the wheat penny was gone. The next day she left the house and had left her purse on the counter. When she returned, she found the wheat penny in her purse. Caller stated she knows they are doing things like this to mess with her head. She advised they had taken numerous other things and that she has reported them. She stated it’s the neighbors. She did not want an officer to check it out, she just requested extra patrol in the area to watch for these people—Bufkin-Springfield Road, Mount Vernon 9:19 a.m.—Alarm—AG room, Senior High—NPHS, Poseyville 11:59 a.m.—Custodial— Wants to speak with officer about getting her child. Exhusband will not give her the children and she has the paperwork—Hill Top Lane, Wadesville 1:46 p.m.—Threatening— Caller’s son has threatened to burn the house down. He is very angry at his mother. He is not there at this time. He left about two hours ago—Wolfinger Road, Mount Vernon 2:10 p.m.—Welfare Check—Female subject in a red Blazer trying to flag people down. She was also changing her clothes in the middle of the road—Ford Road, Mount Vernon 3:19 p.m.—Family Fight— Brother has threatened to hit subject. Verbal at this time only. Both subjects are still there. They are separated for the moment. Called back, the brother left and no longer needs officers—Denzer Road, Mount Vernon 5:08 p.m.—Standby— Mother of juvenile involved in call earlier is now with the mother but advised the father did not give her any of her belongings. Will not go to door without an officer—Tile Factory, Mount Vernon 7:15 p.m.—Custodial— Advised mother of his children is refusing to give him his children. Request to speak to an officer—Springfield Road, Wadesville 9:12 p.m.—Accident— Caller swerved to miss a deer and flipped the vehicle, no injuries—Blue Grass Road, Mount Vernon May 9 4:50 a.m.—Suspicious— Saw a white male, dressed in black, hiding in some trees. The subject looked around a few times. Caller doesn’t believe the subject belongs in the area—Hwy 68, Poseyville 6:22 a.m.—Reckless—Red Ford Focus, female driver, all over the roadway, possibly sleepy driver—Hwy 62, Mount Vernon 10:08 a.m.—VIN Inspection—2001 Ford pickup— Ranes Road, Mount Vernon 10:11 a.m.—VIN Inspection—2000 Buick Century— Davis Road, Mount Vernon 4:15 p.m.—Vandalism— Someone broke caller’s van window, rear door on driver’s side—Elk Trail Drive, Evansville 4:25 p.m.—Restraining Violation—Male subject is harassing caller’s friends, boyfriend and ex-boyfriend through Facebook and text messages. Caller advised he has been served—Evansville St, Cynthiana 9:58 p.m.—Agency Assist—Medical—Caborn Road, Mount Vernon 11:47 p.m.—Suspicious— Caller advised his wife called him, advised neighbor is walking around in their yard by the

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Presenting the 2011 Graduates of Mount Vernon High School

Gray, Carly

Groves, Meagan

Gruber, John

Hames, Caleb

Hargett, Joseph

Harms, Seth

Harris, Bo

Hart, Andrew

Hastings, Diane

Hatton, Kristin

Heberer, Tori

Hellenberg, Zach

Herrenbruck, Katelyn

Higgins, Kate

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Andrew Fendrich receives degree from Bryan College Andrew Fendrich of Mount Vernon, Indiana was among 141 students in the Bryan College School of Arts and Sciences who received their diplomas during graduation services Saturday, May 7. Andrew, son of Michael

and Linda Fendrich of Mount Vernon received the Bachelor of Arts degree in English literature. Bryan is a Christian liberal arts college offering bachelor's degrees in 18 areas and Master's degrees in

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Presenting the 2011 Graduates of Mount Vernon High School

Huber, Chelsea

Hunt, Brian

Hurley, Brian

Irons, Kira

Isaac, Caitlin

Jennings, Nathan

Jochim, Alyssa

Johnson, Lacey

Johnson, Sam

Jones, Elizabeth

Keene, Kirstie

Keitel, Lee

Kelly, Justin

Kester, Amanda

Key, Sam

King, Jacob

King, Kimber

Knight, Ashley

Knowles, Paige

Koch, Carynn

Koch, Jennifer

Kuhlenschmidt, Matt

Kuper, Andy

Lane, Chatham

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VU raises room and board rates Room and board rates are going up 3 percent at Vincennes University this fall - the smallest increase since 1999. The VU Board of Trustees approved the residence hall rate at its April 29 meeting. The new rate of $7,838 (for two semesters) ranks second lowest when compared to all state-supported universities. It will also be the second lowest percentage rate increase announced this year. The room and board rate will cover increases in operating costs such as food service, housing employee compensation and health insurance, ongoing maintenance and repairs, and longterm repair and rehabilitation costs. For example, this summer Harrison Residence Hall will undergo a $700,000 renovation that will include a new front facade and instal-

lation of a high-efficiency hot water system. VU has six residence halls at its Vincennes Campus. “We have tried to balance the need for additional revenue with students’ ability to

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Presenting the 2011 Graduates of Mount Vernon High School

Lyke, Jenny

Marshall, Blake

Marvel, Aaron

Menghini, Esther

Mills, Jasmine

Nesbitt, Colleen

Nesbitt, .MacKenzie

Nickell, Janna

Oberle, Riley

O’Connell, Edward

Oeth, Haley

Oschman, Chance

Owen, Garrett

Pace, Logan

Paciorkowski, Mary

Peck, Veronica

Powell, Lindsay

Puntney, Marissa

Redman, Carley

Reeves, Christy

Renshaw, Kenneth

Ricketts, Dustin

Ries, Jacob

Robb, Brandon

VU rates continued from C6 afford living in the residence halls. We believe this modest increase achieves that balance. It also incorporates housing facility plans with strategic enrollment goals for the Vincennes Campus,” said Phil Rath, vice president for Financial Services and Government Relations. The VU room and board rate includes room rent, meals, all utilities, cable television, internet service, residence life programming, and proximity to classrooms and other campus facilities. Although VU’s tuition rate for 2011-12 will not be set until next month, last year VU’s combined tuition and room and board fees ranked lowest among all state-supported universities and more than $5,000 lower than those at Ball State, Indiana University, and Purdue University. “The administration and Board of Trustees have long demonstrated a commitment to both quality

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graduate of VU’s Law Enforcement program, and Patrick R. Williams, a 2004 graduate of VU’s Conservation Law Enforcement program. Both officers have worked this year on the VU Police Department and have prior experience with sheriff’s departments in Knox County and Morgan County, respectively.

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Presenting the 2011 Graduates of Mount Vernon High School

Roth, Matthew

Rowe, Samantha

Rubenacker, Dylan

Rueger, Jenna

Rusher, Rachel

Rutledge, Quentin

Rutledge, Taylor

Schelhorn, Trevor

Schu, Samantha

Searcy ,Ellen

Seifert, Nicholas

Shaffer, Jake

Sheffer, Kyle

Shripka, Zachary

Slota, Alex

Stallings, Clayton

Steinhart, Jacob

Stemple, Jason

Stevens, Timothy

Stewart, Brooke

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Straub, Aaron

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Presenting the 2011 Graduates of Mount Vernon High School

Talley, Kayla

Taylor, Zachary

Terbrack, William

Tidwell, Jasmine

Tieken, Jordan

Toliver, Tosha

Posey County students graduate from University of Southern Indiana The USI 2011 Spring Commencement ceremony was held on Sunday, May 8, at Roberts Stadium in Evansville. Following are graduates from Posey County: Lindsey N. Adcock, BS in Nursing Dana L. Allyn, Bachelor of Social Work Elizabeth A. Axton, Bachelor of Science

Julie M. Bates, Master of Social Work Chelsea J. Blackburn, Bachelor of Science Ian M. Bruggeman, Bachelor of Science Marie C. Buchanan, Bachelor of Science Taylor K. Burns, Bachelor of Science Zachary D. Carr, Bachelor of Science Ann M. Carroll, Bachelor of

Science Angelika H. Clark, Certificate Program Katrina M. Dockery, Associate of Science Jared M. Dwyer, Bachelor of Arts Jeremy R. Hall, Bachelor of Science Kayla N. Hall, MS in Nursing Laura M. Hall, BS in Nursing Jennifer L. Hassell, Master of Social Work, cum laude

Angela R. Head, Bachelor of Science Jennifer N. Hein, Bachelor of Social Work Anne M. Hillyard, Bachelor of Science, magna cum laude Steven T. Howe, Bachelor of Science William J. Hurst, BS in Engineering Lori E. Jourdan, Bachelor of Science James D. Julian, Master of

Health Administration Sarah E. Kelly, Bachelor of Science Basil M. Khaja, BS in Engineering Allison M. King, Bachelor of Science, cum laude Nathan A. Koester, Bachelor of Science, cum laude Rachel L. Koester, Bachelor of Arts, magna cum laude Veronica A. Koester, Bachelor of Arts, cum laude

Kyle D. Kopatich, Bachelor of Science Amanda J. Martin, Bachelor of Science Drew W. Mathews, Bachelor of Science Christine E. McBride, Bachelor of Science Melissa R. McDurmon, Associate of Science Lynn R. McGennis, Bachelor of Science Benjamin C. Morgan, Bach-

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Presenting the 2011 Graduates of Mount Vernon High School

Trafford, Dustin

Trammel, Chelsey

Turner, Kaci

Turpen, Samuel

Uhde, Joshua

Uhde, Justin

Varner, Hannah

Volz, Dexter

Wade, MacKenzie

Wannemuehler, Chloe

Watzlavik, Daniel

Webber, Brandon

Weimer, Clint

Weir, Jeffery

Wheatcroft, Jordan

Williams, Mirah

Wilson, D A

Wilson, Matt

Woods, Allyson

Wooten, Jordan

Wright, Cody

Wright, Haley

Zickmund, Ben

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USI Graduates Continued........ elor of Science Adam M. Nix, Bachelor of Science Amy L. Norris, Bachelor of Science Stephen P. Oakley, Bachelor of Science, magna cum laude Allison M. Oberle, Bachelor of Science, cum laude Sarah M. Paciorkowski, Bachelor of Science, cum laude Jacqueline L. Pierce, BS in Nursing Mahlon E. Powell, Bachelor of Arts, cum laude Brittney A. Redman, Associ-

ate of Science Katherine E. Reineke, Bachelor of Arts Katelyn R. Russell, BS in Nursing Earl W. Scott, Bachelor of Science Timothy R. Searcy, Bachelor of Science Christopher K. Seibert, Bachelor of Science, cum laude Susan A. Seibert, MS in Nursing Allison D. Sherretz, Bachelor of Science Jennifer L. Smith, Bachelor of Science Amy L. Stallings, Bachelor of Science, magna cum laude Jacquelynne G. Stewart, Bachelor of Science Margaret R. Stoltz, Bachelor of Science, cum laude Molly E. Stoltz, Bachelor of Science Melissa A. Sybert, Bachelor

of Science, Magna cum laude Chelsea R. Thomas, MS in Occupational Therapy, cum laude Kimberly S. Townsend, Bachelor of Science Ashli Voegel, Bachelor of Science Sarah K. Wallis, Associate of Science Kristal R. Ward, Bachelor of Science Jason R. Warford, Bachelor of Science, magna cum laude Heather N. Warner, Bachelor of Science Evan K. Wasson, Bachelor of Science Jamie A. Wathen, Bachelor of Science Kara M. Whitmore, Bachelor of Science, cum laude Amanda C. Wilson, BS in Nursing Rachel E. Ziegler, Bachelor of Arts, magna cum laude

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Presenting the 2011 Graduates of New Harmony School

Allison, Luke

Busler, Anna

Craig, Thomas

Golden, Samantha

Hoehn, Levi

Hyatt, Patrick

McDaniel, Andrew

Morris, Blair

Murray, Stephen

Nelson, Silver

Nelson, Winter

Odde, Connor

From Tomorrows Leaders to today’s Graduates Scaraﬁa, Kris

Smotherman, Sarah

Suttles, Briana

Wade, Jena

Worman, Blayne

West kindergarteners visit Dairy Farm Pictured at left: Mount Vernon Junior High School 8th graders write on the traditional 8th grade "wall" showcased in the school library. The Student Council President (this year, Ellie Weilbrenner) is presented the wall as a keepsake at the end of the school year. Photo by Marcia Kessler.

Mrs. Vavra's kindergarten class at West Elementary enjoyed visiting Ritzert Dairy Farm courtesy of a CF Industries grant earned by Mrs. Deig. The students were lucky enough to see a calf that had just been born that morning. They also

watched the Holstein cows being milked and put their finger in a milker to see what a cow feels at milking time. One of the highlights of the trip for the youngsters was bottle feeding a calf and enjoying icy, cold milk courtesy of Ruth Ritzert.

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Posey County Prosecutor Travis Clowers

Posey County Sheriff Greg Oeth

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Presenting the 2011 Graduates of North Posey High School

Ahrens, Kendyl

Allen, Haley

Amick, Kimberly

Axton, Chad

Barrett, Justin

Baumgart, Brandon

Bender, Amanda

Bender, Jourdan

Boettcher, Jonathan

Bolin, Justin

Brown, Caleb

Bryant, Cody

Buchanan, Nathan

Bunting, Amanda

Butler, Ty

Cain, Conner

Calvert, Cameron

Chambon, Kelby

Cox, Riley

Crawford, Cody

Crawford, Holly

Crofts, Derek

Cunningham, Drew

Davenport, Dillon

Davis, Sydney

Durcholz, Kaylee

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Presenting the 2011 Graduates of North Posey High School

Emory, Luke

Esche, Katelyn

Fisher, Jordan

Garcia, Aaron

Gilham, Zach

Goldman, Robert

Hanmore, Hallie

Hart, Shelby

Hitchcox, Alex

Hobgood, Tanner

Hoehn, Brandon

Hopf, Shane

Garris, Lisa

Gentil, Rylan

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Presenting the 2011 Graduates of North Posey High School

Lloyd, Taylor

Lupfer, Aaron

Maile, Alex

Martin, Cooper

Mason, Jessica

Morlock, Jenna

Morrow, Luke

Motz, Hunter

Motz, Mackenzie

Musgrave, Cole

Neuffer, Lucas

Neumiller, Danielle

Newton, Kendra

Norrick, Jessica

Parson, Dallas

Patton, Keith

Paul, Frederick

Penner, Michael

Perry, Nichole

Phillips, Melanie

Priest, Joey

Rasch, Will

Ratcliff, Kirsten

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Sawyer, Alex

Scheller, Nick

Schmitt, Addison

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Presenting the 2011 Graduates of North Posey High School

Sherretz, Sam

Spahn, Brandon

Stevens, Wesley

Stokes, Preston

Straw, Dustin

Teel, Kelsey

Tepool, Emily

Thorbecke, Tabitha

Todd, Bryon

Trapp, Joey

Turpin, Zack

Wade, Alex

Wargel, Eric

Watson, Misty

Webb, Anthony

Weiss, Orry

Williams, Katelyn

Wilson, Taylor

Winternheimer, Stephanie

Woolston, Nicole

Yancey, Donald

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On April 29 four Mount Vernon students traveled to Orlando, Florida to compete in the International DECA Competition. Layton Hopper, Kinsley Shannon, Amy Steele, and Kassidy Wolfe were 4 of 15,000 students from all 50 states, Canada, Germany, and Guam competing in Orlando. To qualify for the event students needed to place in the top 5 in their event in Evansville during a December competition. Then each student had to place in the top 3 at the DECA State Competition in Indianapolis during March. The events in which the Mount Vernon High School students competed in were Marketing Management and Business Services. Each of those events had 150 students competing in a 100 question written test and two business role plays. When the stu-

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